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The Montreal Grand Prix Final

Boyer Coe narrowly beats out Al Beckles to win the 1981.  Unfortunately, for Beckles the wrong posing music was played during his free posing routine.  This oversight might have cost him the title. Source: Bodybuilding Monthly (Feb 1982) Page #5 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Feb 1982) Page #6 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Feb 1982) Page #7 - Bodybuilding Monthly…

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NABBA Universe Honours go to America

The 1981 NABBA Mr Universe contest report.  Robby Robinson would edge past Dave Johns for the Professional Title.  John Brown would dominate the Amateur competition whilst Jocelyn Pigeonneau would win the Miss Bikini contest.  Source: Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #27 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #28 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #29 - Bodybuilding…

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Vince Answers Questions

Great article based on extracts from Vince Gironda's seminar on 30th May 1981 in Toronto Canada.  This accompanies a previous up load "The Gironda Lecture', so if you haven't read that yet make sure you do. Source: Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #35 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #36 - Bodybuilding Monthly (Jan 1982) Page #37…

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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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Zane Way to a Great Back

Frank Zane's back routine and philosophies.  An excellent read full of useful information that you can apply to your own training routine.  I personal think Zane developed his back to perfection from his wide shoulders to narrow hips.   THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA.   Thankyou to Jason for his contribution.   Source: Muscle…

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