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The 1982 IFBB Mr Olympia

After two consecutive 2nd place finishes Chris Dickerson wins the Olympia Crown.  He would edge out 3-time winner Frank Zane and an imposing Casey Viator.  THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou for your contribution. Source: MuscleMag International (May 1983) Page #32 - MuscleMag International (May 1983) Page #33 - MuscleMag International (May…

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Wilkosz Wins Mr Universe

Jusup Wilkcosz outguns Tom Platz and Bob Birdsong to win the 1980 IFBB Pro Universe.  Andreas Cahling would win his class and overall title to capture the IFBB Mr International on the same night. Enjoy the contest report. Source: IronMan (March 1981) Page #34 - IronMan (Mar 1981) Page #35 - IronMan (Mar 1981)

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Tom Plat’z Calves

Tom Platz provides insight into how he developed his tremendous calves! THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA.   Thankyou to Jason for his contribution.   Source: Muscle & Fitness (March 1980) Page #48 - Muscle & Fitness (Mar 1980) Page #49 - Muscle & Fitness (Mar 1980) Page #50 - Muscle & Fitness (Mar 1980) Page #51…

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1981 Mr. Olympia Report

A Contest Report for the 1981 Mr Olympia Contest.  The report is well balanced and does not raise any of the controversy linked to the results.  It contains some superb photos of the top six competitors.  Photos were taken by Chris Lund.   Source: Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #6 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #7…

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Backstage at the ’81 Olympia

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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IFBB World Championships in Acapulco

The 1978 Mr Universe was the first time in history that the USA won all weight categories.  Mike Mentzer (Heavyweight), Tom Platz (Middleweight) and Carlos Rodriquez (Lightweight).  This is an excellent contest report that covers the event. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #160 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page #161 - MuscleMag International (Annual 4) Page…

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The Day Paris was Burning

The newly formed World Amateur Body Building Association (WABBA) was created by Serge Nubret.  It first major event was run in Paris in 1977. 'The World Championships' would determine both a amateur and professional winner.  Ahmet Enunlu would win the overall amateur title whilst Sergio Oliva would claim the professional title. Source: MuscleMag International (Annual…

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