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Leonard Wins Mr America

ContestsFebruary 16, 2024248Views 0Likes 0Comments

A nice little gem of an article on the 1980 AAU Mr America Contest. Over 3000 people attended the event won by Gary Leonard. The article also provides insight into the class winners and there diet and training for the contest. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his…

The Grand Prix Montreal a different angle

ContestsFebruary 11, 2024250Views 0Likes 0Comments

The contest report for the 1981 World Grand Prix Final. The event was held in Montreal Canada and Boyer Coe would edge out Albert Beckles for the title. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his contribution. Source: MuscleMag International (Sep1982) Page #24 - MuscleMag International (Sep 1982) Page #25…

Atlantic City IFBB World Championships

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The contest report for the 1982 IFBB World Championships. The event was held in Atlantic City and Albert Beckles would edge out Boyer Coe for the title. 1960's legend Harold Poole was also in the competition. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his contribution. Source: MuscleMag International (Sep1982)…

Mr International

ContestsFebruary 7, 2024345Views 0Likes 0Comments

The contest report for the 1981 Mr International. The contest was held as part of the 1981 Mr Olympia event. Scott Wilson would win the overall title. THIS ARTICLE WAS PROVIDED BY JASON BENNIE, HAWAII, USA. Thankyou to Jason for his contribution. Source: MuscleMag International (Jul 1982) Page #31 - MuscleMag International (Jul 1982) Page #32…

Backstage at the ’81 Olympia

ContestsFebruary 7, 2024330Views 0Likes 0Comments

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 -…

A Proud Day for NABBA

ContestsFebruary 6, 2024282Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 1950 NABBA Mr Universe was one of the greatest competitions of all time. Steve Reeves and Reg Park clashed for the title. This is another report from the show! Source: Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #14 - Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #15 - Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #16 - Health &…

Mr Olympia Flash Report

ContestsFebruary 1, 2024553Views 0Likes 0Comments

In very Controversial fashion, Arnold Schwarzenegger emerged from a 5 year retirement to win his 7th Mr Olympia title on October, 4 1980 in Sydney Australia. This a a flash report of the contest. Source: Joe Weider's Muscle and Fitness (Collector Edition) (Jan 1981) Page #44 - Muscle & Fiitness (Collectors Edition) (Jan 1981) Page…

Worlds Greatest Physique Show Ever! 1950 NABBA Mr Universe

ContestsJanuary 28, 2024449Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 1950 NABBA Mr Universe was one of the greatest competitions of all time. Steve Reeves and Reg Park clashed for the title. This is the official contest report from the show! Source: Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #10 - Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #11 - Health & Strength (Jul 1950) Page #12 -…

Worlds Greatest Physique Show – 1950 NABBA Mr Universe

ContestsJanuary 28, 2024450Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 1950 NABBA Mr Universe was one of the greatest competitions of all time. Steve Reeves and Reg Park clashed for the title. This is an excellent pictorial of the contests and competitors. There is also full measurements of the 'Greats" of the competitions. A great 'True" benchmark for any natural bodybuilder to compare to.…

American Women’s Championship 1980

ContestsJanuary 28, 2024273Views 0Likes 0Comments

The muscular Laura Combes won the 1980 American Women's Championship. This was the first time a physique of her type captured a major title. To some, this contest marked the beginning of Women's bodybuilding. To others, it was the end! Source: Joe Weider's Muscle and Fitness (Collector Edition) (Jan 1981) Page #26 - Muscle &…

Mr America 1980

ContestsJanuary 26, 2024258Views 0Likes 0Comments

Gary Leonard had just captured the 1980 Mr America title. This is an excellent contest report from the show. Source: Joe Weider's Muscle and Fitness (Collector Edition) (Jan 1981) Page #14 - Muscle & Fiitness (Collectors Edition) (Jan 1981) Page #15 - Muscle & Fiitness (Collectors Edition) (Jan 1981) Page #16 - Muscle & Fiitness…

Night of the Champions

ContestsJanuary 24, 2024634Views 0Likes 0Comments

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 -…