Arnold Schwarzenegger – Vintage Body Building Magazines

World Championships Report

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Weightlifting history was made at this event when Russian Vasily Alexeev became the first man to clean and jerk 500lbs! In conjunction with the World Championships the Amateur and Professional Mr World Bodybuilding contest was held. The amateur winner was Ken Waller (USA) and Arnold Schwarzenegger (Austria) would win the professional title defeating Sergio Oliva…

Ask the Champ (July 1980)

InterviewsApril 26, 2025144Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arnold once again answers the readers questions. In this edition he respectfully addresses the difference between conventional training and Heavy Duty training philosophies. Source: Muscle and Fitness (July 1980) Page #88 - Muscle and Fitness (July 1980) Page #167 - Muscle and Fitness (July 1980)

The Amazing hard training of Frank Zane

TrainingMarch 25, 2025309Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arnold Schwarzenegger reflects on the times he trained with Frank Zane. Zane's mental and physical capacity for hard work was renowned and he served as a sterling example for all he trained with. Source: Muscle Builder Power (March 1973) Page #14 - Muscle Builder Power (March 1973) Page #15 - Muscle Builder Power (March 1973) Page #58…

Frank in Fritzland – or Richard in Rhineland

InterviewsMarch 18, 2025103Views 0Likes 0Comments

More on the adventures of Frank Richard. This time he recalls his time in Munich. Source: Peak Muscle Maker - Vol. 1 No. 5 (October 1969) Page #10 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.1 No.5 (October 1969) Page #11 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.1 No.5 (October 1969) Page #12 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.1 No.5…

Astronomical Arms

TrainingMarch 11, 2025274Views 1Like 0Comments

An excellent article on the evolution of arm size. In the 1940's a 14" arm would win a national title, the the 1950's an arm of 16" was considered 'out of this world'. However, by the late 1960's a new breed of bodybuilder beefed up the arm size to exceed 20"!. Leading the gang were…

Conan The Barbarian

InterviewsMarch 7, 2025104Views 0Likes 0Comments

A synopsis of the film by Robert Nailon. Source: Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #26 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #27 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #29 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle & Fitness (Vol.2 No.2) Page #31 - Paul Graham's Australasian Muscle &…

Ask the Champ (Nov 1979)

InterviewsMarch 3, 2025101Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arnold answers the readers questions. Source: Joe Weiders Muscle (November 1979) Page #137 - Joe Weiders Muscle (November 1979) Page #130 - Joe Weiders Muscle (November 1979)

Ask The Champ (July 1973)

InterviewsFebruary 10, 2025130Views 0Likes 0Comments

Franco Columbu answers the readers questions. Source: Muscle Builder Power (July 1973) Page #89 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1973) Page #56 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1973)

Sound Off (July 1973)

InterviewsFebruary 7, 2025477Views 0Likes 0Comments

Letters to the editor deals with some great topics this month. Arnold's knee operation and the disappearance of Dave Draper amongst the key topics. Source: Muscle Builder Power (July 1973) Page #31 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1973) Page #54 - Muscle Builder Power (July 1973)

Richard Reveals Remaining Swarzie Secrets….

TrainingJanuary 20, 2025300Views 0Likes 0Comments

Frank Richard shares the time he trained back and biceps with Arnold Schwarzenegger Source: Peak Muscle Maker - Vol. 2 No. 3 (August 1971) Page #14 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.2 No.3 (August 1971) Page #15 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.2 No.3 (August 1971) Page #16 - Peak Muscle Maker - Vol.2 No.3 (August 1971) Page…

Ask the Champ (March 1975)

InterviewsJanuary 15, 2025125Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arnold Answers the readers questions. Source: Muscle Builder Power (March 1975) Page #88 - Muscle Builder Power (Mar 1975) Page #89 - Muscle Builder Power (Mar 1975)

Man Behind The Title Arnold Schwarzenegger

InterviewsJanuary 14, 2025234Views 0Likes 0Comments

An excellent article that introduces Arnold Schwarzenegger to the UK audience. Dianne Bennett not only shares her experiences with the young Schwarzenegger but also does an excellent job of giving insight into his introduction to weight training. A must read. Article donated by Armando Buttigieg. Source: Peak Muscle Maker (Vol.1 No.1) Page #14 - Peak…

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World Championships Report

Ask the Champ (July 1980)

The Amazing hard training of Frank Zane

Frank in Fritzland – or Richard in Rhineland

Astronomical Arms

Conan The Barbarian

Ask the Champ (Nov 1979)

Ask The Champ (July 1973)

Sound Off (July 1973)

Richard Reveals Remaining Swarzie Secrets….

Ask the Champ (March 1975)

Man Behind The Title Arnold Schwarzenegger

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