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Backstage at the ’81 Olympia

ContestsFebruary 7, 2024254Views0Likes0Comments
What an article! A unique MMI exclusive backstage at the 1981 Mr Olympia.  The photos accompanying this article are exceptional. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA.   Thankyou to Jason for his contribution.   Source: MuscleMag International (Jul 1982) Page #14 - MuscleMag International (Jul 1982) Page #15 - MuscleMag International (Jul 1982) Page #16 -…

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Night of the Champions

ContestsJanuary 24, 2024516Views0Likes0Comments
Professional bodybuilding was becoming a reality for the IFBB in  1978.  The Night of the Champions was part of a series of competitions that would later progress to the Grand Prix.  This event was star studded and Robby Robinson would be the ultimate champion on the night.  Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #202 -…

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Gold’s Classic

ContestsJanuary 23, 2024335Views0Likes0Comments
The 1978 Golds Classic was a spectacular.   The line up was star studded and this contest report is a great read! Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #146 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #147 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #148 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #149 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #150 - MuscleMag International…

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More Olympia Impressions

ContestsJanuary 23, 2024236Views0Likes0Comments
Robert Nailon from Australia provides a brief overview of his experience at the 1978 Mr Olympia. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #100 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #101 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #102 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #103 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4)

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1978 Mr Olympia Dramatics

ContestsJanuary 16, 2024454Views1Like0Comments
Frank Zane captures his second Mr Olympia crown.  Robby Robinson would finish 2nd and Roy Callendar 3rd.    A disappointed and angered Kalman Szkalak, the 5th place finisher, expressed his disappointment with the now infamous "Nailed to the Cross!" pose.  No doubt about it he felt that he was maliciously crucified. This 17…

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IFBB World and European Championships

ContestsJanuary 5, 2024477Views0Likes0Comments
The 1977 IFBB Mr Universe (World Championships) were held in Nimes, France.  It was a great competition.  Danny Padilla out scored Mohamad Makkawy (LightWeight), Roy Callender won the MiddleWeight class.  In the HeavyWeight division Kalman Szkalak come from behind winning the posedown 11 to 10 to beat a very disappointed Mike Mentzer.   Source: MuscleMag International…

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1977 IFBB Canadian Championships

ContestsDecember 23, 2023258Views0Likes0Comments
Roy Callendar takes his first major victory the 1977 CBBF Canadian Championship.  This would start off a run of victories and credible performances over the upcoming year.  The victory is more noteworthy for the reaction of happiness and emotion Roy showed once claiming the crown. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 3) Page #8 - MuscleMag International…

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