Interviews – Page 49 – Vintage Body Building Magazines

Training for the Mr Universe Title with Dennis Tinerino

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A great article on a young Dennis Tinerino as he prepares for 1969 NABBA Pro Universe. He would finish 2nd in the event in tall man class to overall winner Arnold Schwarzenegger. Source: IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #18 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #19 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #20 - IronMan (Issue Jan…

bOYER COE AND HIS TRAINING

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A great article on a young Boyer Coe. Provides some insight into his background and his introduction to weight training. We also learn a bit about his training and diet as he prepares for competitions. Source: IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #12 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #13 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #14 -…

i’LL BE UNCONQUERABLE

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Robby Robinson had his sights set on the 1977 Mr Olympia. He was the ultimate professional. He trained year round and always had a well balance diet. Robby would ultimately finish second in the event to Frank Zane. Source: Muscle Builder Power (Issue Apr 1977) Page #26 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Apr 1977) Page #27 - Muscle &…

i’m training for the ’77 mr olympia

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After trying his luck with the New York Jets in 1976. Lou Ferrigno returned to bodybuilding and has once again placed his focus on the Mr Olympia. Lou spend the majority of the year training under the guidance of Vince Gironda. Unfortunately, Lou would not compete in the 1977 Mr Olympia, instead taking up a…

thanks for the tip arnold

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Ken Waller discusses his new focus for training in preparation for the 1977 Mr Olympia. Previously Ken would only put in the required effort closer to competition. In 1977 he had a greater focus. Ken would finish second to Robby Robinson in the heavyweight class and fifth overall to Frank Zane at the event. Source: Muscle…

Roger walker Australia’s olympian

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A great interview with Roger Walker. Roger gives a brief overview of his competitive history and training methods. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Issue Vol.1 No. 9) Page #23 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Issue Vol.1 No.9) Page #24 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Issue Vol.1 No.9) Page #25 - Paul Graham's Australasian…

boyer coe visits super gym of bill pearl

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A great article introducing Bill Pearl's Gym the Pasadena Health Club. Bill limited membership to 500 to ensure patrons received individualized instruction. Source: IronMan (Issue May 1970) Page #20 - IronMan (Issue May 1970) Page #21 - IronMan (Issue May 1970) Page #76 - IronMan (Issue May 1970)

Bill pearl ‘hercules in the flesh’

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Great article on Bill Pearl. Source: Muscular Development (Issue Dec 1972) Page #34 - Muscular Development (Issue Dec 1972) Page #39 - Muscular Development (Issue Dec 1972) Page #46 - Muscular Development (Issue Dec 1972) Page #47 - Muscular Development (Issue Dec 1972)

mr USA Steve michalik

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Steve Michalik the 1971 MR USA - AAU provides an insight into his training and diet in preparation for this victory. Steve was drug free at this point and put in an incredible effort to create his incredible physique. Enjoy the read. Source: Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #34 - Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #39 - Muscular…

The tony gambin story

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An article on little know Australian bodybuilder Tony Gambin by Robert Nailon. Source: Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #20 - Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #21 - Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #52 - Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972) Page #53 - Muscular Development (Issue Mar 1972)

the giant killer

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In 1972 Dan Laurie had his latest weapon in his war with the Weiders. A 6 foot 6, 282 pound, 20 year old kid by the name of Louis Ferrigno. It was time to push him hard as the next big thing! Source: Muscle Training Illustrated (Issue May 1972) Page #30 - Muscle Training Illustrated (Issue…

the big challenge

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In 1972 Dan Laurie had his latest weapon in his war with the Weiders. A 6 foot 6, 282 pound, 20 year old kid by the name of Louis Ferrigno. It didn't take much time until both Dan and Lou had Arnold Schwarzenegger in their sights. This open letter from Lou to Arnold is pure…