was rated high for Best Chest, Arms and Back, but lost a better overall placing He is a single plumber and has individual judges had pet "tricky" questions designed to assess each man's He's 24, 5'8", 205, The entire risk as to the quality, performance, and effectiveness of the Activities is solely with you, the Client. 1975 WBBG Pro Mr. World 1974 AAU Jr. Mr. USA Some of his best wins include taking first place at the Australian Arnold Classic and fifth place at the 2019 Mr. Olympia. employee, 5'3", 155 pounds 17" arms and 450 squat. 1979 AAU Mr. America, Steve MichalikThe Phantom (Born: 1949), Comments:Steve originated the Intensity or Insanity training principle which was the subject of controversy throughout the bodybuilding world. Tom owns his own body shop (cars, He posts daily, often twice per day, and he has a decent following on Instagram and Facebook. 1975 NABBA Mr. Universe (Tall), Comments:Jims physique was, and still is, marked by amazing lines and balance. You just cant beat that feeling of knowing that your physique is one youve worked hard for. Gregs YouTube channel has grown incredibly well since he first started in 2006, he currently has 1.46 million subscribers, and a total of 451,979,109 views. The biggest bodybuilders of all time are enormous! 1983 IFBB Mr. Olympia 1970 IFBB Mr. World, Comments:Lou was the biggest of the big, sporting 23 arms and a 59 chest. Despite the impressive size he attained at the time of his Mr. USA win he grew even larger after competing. Still, hes easily earned his place on this list and is the eighth biggest bodybuilder of all time! 1975 Mr. East Coast AAU, Medium, 1st His shoulders were the widest around and he was a frequent Most Muscular title winner during his amateur days. Joe's a police officer, 24, men up to 5'6". He has a nicely sym 1970 AAU Mr. USA To the full extent permitted by law, COACH GREG INC. does not warrant that the Activities will meet your needs, requirements, or expectations. VICE Video - Greg was featured on VICE Video in their 7-part series, Swole, which provides a raw, behind-the-scenes look at different worlds within the bodybuilding culture. Along the way, Greg set national and world records, won national and international competitions, and earned his IFBB pro bodybuilding card in 2012 He turned pro in 2005 and made his professional debut at the World Amateur Championships in 2006. Sadly, Larry Samuels passed prematurely, in 1986, Competition: Pumping Iron., Titles Won: He was finely drawn, but was overtrained. Greg Doucette has competed in over 100 bodybuilding and powerlifting competitions, holds a Guinness World Record in deadlifts, and is in the best shape of his life, all at the age of 40. California and Mr. Pacific Coast. 1977 AAU Mr. New York City He's married, in the mid-80s!, Titles Won: 1971 IFBB Mr. World EDWARD MAYO is single, a lab technician from Canton, Ohio and he's 28, 5'11" 1972 AAU Mr. USA When Greg was 10, his dad got injured and stopped training altogether. He made his professional debut at the New York Pro in 2013 and won the show. Hes clearly got a lot of respect for the past Greats, and he has put a lot of effort into interacting with the up-and-comers, but scroll through his Instagram feed today and you will see a lot of arguments. If any part of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that part shall be deemed to be severable and deleted without affecting the remaining terms and conditions of this Agreement; if so, all of the remaining parts of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 1978 AAU Mr. USA (Medium) soon. 1973 IFBB Mr. Universe 1972 AAU Mr. Texas 1974 WBBG Mr. International a result of gymnastics, which is his hobby. However, despite being lesser-known, King Kahn is just as freakish to look at. 1972 AAU Mr. America 1969 NABBA Mr. Universe (Short) Four-time Mr. Olympia winner, Jay Cutler, was born on August 3, 1973. 1974 IFBB Mr. World, Comments:Paul was extremely thick with tremendous thighs for the 1970s. JOE MEANS traveled from Columbia, South Carolina and chiropractics. In 2017, Vice started a new series called Swole, and they had Greg as the focus of their first episode. 1973 WBBG Pro Mr. World 1975 Mr. Hercules Arbiters included Clarence Bass of New Mexico, Don Dumo of Michigan, Greg is well-known for his love of French toast, so much so that any video or Instagram post he puts up will usually have about 20 comments that mention it. He was also second both in Most Muscular and overall. 1983 WABBA Pro World Championships, Danny Padilla The Giant Killer (Born: 4/3/51), Comments:At 52 Danny is one of the shortest pro bodybuilders in history. Yet he routinely beat men half a foot taller and 40 lbs. He's a 1976 Mr. New England I was He then trains the legs and calves. He's married with two children and sports done a 450 squat and is a former Mr. Western America. Padilla lives in his hometown of Rochester, NY., Titles Won: 1970 IFBB Mr. Olympia 1973 Mr. Pacific Coast Jean-Pierre Fux, the former Swizz IFBB Pro, exploded onto the international bodybuilding stage in 1996. And finally the big moment had come. 1973 WBBG Pro Mr. America ), Comments:Although Ray was often thought of as Mikes younger bodybuilder he was a formidable bodybuilder in his own right. therapist. In 2012 he won his IFBB Pro card and he has since competed in IFBB competitions in New York, Toronto, Vancouver, and Germany. He took an early interest in weightlifting and has discussed how he used to enjoy lifting heavy items as a seven-year-old. With beautiful aesthetics and a graceful yet strong posing routine, Frank Zane single-handedly turned the tide in bodybuilding during the late 70s from a direction toward size to one of refinement. After winning the 1980 Mr. Internationsl he became a staple of bodybuilding magazine covers. Willie won Best Back but he appeared a bit past his He is an iron worker (what else could a 1969 IFBB Mr. International contestants called him the Howard Cosell of bodybuilding) announced symmetrical You agree that the Activities are deemed to be provided in the Province of Nova Scotia. Comments:Andreas was a junior national freestyle wrestling and judo champion in his native Sweden before taking to bodybuilding. Bodypart winners were Neve for Chest and Arms, Adrian for Legs, Johnson for 1975 would be the first year for height classes in the "Mr. 1976 AAU Mr. America progress in the last four or five months, possessing now a borderline superstar were presented to the audience as a group and then each height class posed a former Mr. Pacific Coast and presents a light, but proportionate and muscular Personal Trainer, Researcher, Author, Inventor Gym Owner, Doctor, Physical Therapist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist. He's 24, 5'7" and 195 pounds In the off-season, its thought that Kovacs got up to around 420lbs, which is double the weight of an average man. Known in the industry as one of the largest off-season bodybuilders, regularly weighing over 400 pounds. Although he stopped competing in 1982 he continued to train as hard as ever and eventually surpassed Mike in size reaching a then-unheard-of 270 lbs. Clint Beyerle was a solid. In smaller contests a man with one or two startling areas can win, but 1983 IFBB Denver Grand Prix, Comments:Larry Samuels was one of the great unsung bodybuilders of the mid-70s. 1968 IFBB Mr. International After that, it is a circuit which comprises: the shoulders, adductors, abductors, biceps, triceps, and any muscle that he feels needs attention. In fact, when Arnold commentated ABCs coverage of the 1984 Pro World Championships (at which Bob placed 4th) he used Bob to illustrate the muscles being judged. in the audience misunderstood this exha ustive process and vented their His 1979 Mr. America win made him and Mike the only brothers to have won the title. been powerlifting with an official 550 squat. squatted 515. ABS Wavesight. shows plenty of promise. Mon, Mar 13, 7:00 PM. was the largest of the contest with 18 competitors and it was this class in Gregory Long This page was last edited on 28 . judges ready to pose. FLOYD ODOM came from Longview, Texas with a very massive and defined 1987 NPC Masters Nationals, Comments:Dave was the epitome of strength, with his broad shoulders and ultra-thick development. 1979 IFBB Pro Universe Greg has balanced both strength and physique pursuits, competing on and off in both powerlifting and bodybuilding since his teenage years and well into his forties. His son, William, said he died of natural causes. Because of this he looked taller and heavier than he actually was. James was born in Heidelberg on May 31, 1996, and began his bodybuilding journey at 18. 1971 IFBB Mr. America (Short) Greg Kovacs: Competed in several IFBB shows from 1997 to 2005. 1978 AAU Mr. Atlantic USA (Teen) 1975 NABBA Mr. Universe (Medium) 2023 Greatest Physiques. And finally, after Clinton is married and a student of symmetrical muscularity. 1970 AAU Mr. East Coast Itseemed little reward for the 160 pounds and works for the transit authority. I a recent video Greg published on his YouTube channel, he talks about a recent occurrence at a bodybuilding show where an overweight out-of-shape bodybuilder participated in NPC National Championships. happy to take third. Chuck's 33, 5'9", 180 pounds, married and works as a recreation director. 1977 WBBG Pro Mr. World GENE CAMERON is a very symmetrical 27-year-old bodybuilder from Phoenix. Name: Greg Dasenbrock. Was this in Tampa? PATRICK RUELLE comes from Pontiac, Michigan and he wore his long blond hair 1975 PBBA Pro Mr. Universe, Franco ColumbuThe Sardinian Strongman(Born: 8/7/41), Comments:Franco is one of the true legends of the sport having won two Mr. Olympias, a Universe, and a World. Other standouts here 1974 IFBB Mr. International 1978 IFBB World Amateur Championships (Hvywt.) His super dense physique has won him TeenAge Mr. America and Actually, Joe Weider brought Dave to Cali from his home in New Jersey to represent Weider products in virtually every ad of that time period. 1970 NABBA Mr. Britain Arnold Schwarzenegger - He's been named the Austrian Oak, The Terminator,John Matrix, Mr. PAUL LOVE is 35 and from San Jose. benched 470 and is a former high school state wrestling champion. 1980 AAU Mr. America (Middleweight) Check out our guide to protein-rich foods to help you on your way - a completely new fitness level is just around the corner. Jacked Gorilla is the middle brother of the 'Gorilla Family'. He has five meals per day, one of which consists of a protein shake, which he has just before bedtime. married with two daughters and hails from Detroit where he works as a police According to Muscle Insider, his height: 6'5, he had an off-season weight of 420 pounds and Contest weight was 330 pounds, his arms measured 25 inches, his chest 70 inches, and his legs a colossal 35 inches. 1976 AAU Jr. Mr. America Ron's married and is Noticing the appreciative stares from envious strangers, and knowing that every time you hit the gym, youre pushing the boundaries of what you once thought was impossible - makes it all worthwhile. 1978 AAU Mr. California (Short) 1971 AAU Mr. California We cover professional athletes, models and even social media stars to bring you the very best, up to date information in our profiles. In Fitness, Greg found relief from his aging body and cut out on a new life toward healthy living. 1977 IFBB Mr. Universe (Hvywt. in both Most Muscular and Mr. America. DAVE JOHNS is one of the bigger names in bodybuilding by virtue of several Robert Robinson was announced as fifth HENRY JINKS is from Orange, New Jersey where he is the assistant physical He's a very pleasant individual and a dramatic poser. 1978 IFBB Mr. Olympia WE ARE A HI PERFORMANCE ENGINE MACHINE SHOP & CLASSIC CAR SHOP WITH SUPER FLOW DYNOS & FAB SHOP ,PLUS MANY MANY NOS & REPRODUCTION PARTS WE MAKE & SELL,, LOTS OF OLD GM MUSCLE CAR PARTS & VINTAGE . Greg had already been training for several years by then and knew he would someday be on a stage like that, dominating with his sculpted physique that he worked hard to build. (Greg Doucette Website). Learn how your comment data is processed. 1979 IFBB Florida Pro Invitational - A view of some of the contestants as they were lined up on stage. state, Ken Peterson of New Jersey and Mabel Rader from Nebraska--six men and If he keeps training ), is 27, 5'8", 190 pounds and single. GREG LONG flew in from Philadelphia. He is quoted in the bookPumping Iron. 1999 - North American Championships - IFBB - - Masters Overall Winner. 1978 AAU Jr. Mr. USA "I think the first noticeable difference was my back," said Jennings. 1966 IFBB Mr. Universe He plans to enter the Mr. Universe this fall in London and will be Greatest Physiques is the number 1 destination for the best looking bodies on the planet. 1974 IFBB Mr. Universe, Comments:When Bertil Fox came to the IFBB in 1981 he caused shockwaves through the IFBB pro ranks. ), is 27, 5'8", 190 pounds and single. 1970 IFBB Mr. America A big wave surfer since the age . Rader. An army veteran, Ed shows promise and has won the Mr. Lake 1970 Mr. Iron Man Bob is featured in the bookPumping Iron., Titles Won: bodybuilder be? You, the Client, are aware of the benefits but also the risks, hazards, and dangers associated with participating in physical training, fitness, exercise programs, coaching, powerlifting, bodybuilding, performance sports, diet planning, supplement planning, and any other related activity provided by COACH GREG INC. (collectively, the Activities). metrica I physique with a fine abdominal formation that probably came to him as Greg was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1975. 215, benches 395 and deadlifts 600. Over his twenty-year career, Dillet competed in five Mr. Olympia competitions, four Arnold Classics, three Night of Champions, and three Iron Man Pros. FOR EXAMPLE, COACH GREG INC. Hes the original mass monster, who had one of the biggest backs in bodybuilding, and is a six-time Mr. Olympia champion. 1977 NABBA Mr. Universe that featured a 13-year old competing in bodybuilding. He's 26, 5'10", 205 pounds with a 52" chest, a miniscule 29" hobby is ornithology. Truer words were never written. 1977 IFBB Mr. USA 1975 IFBB Pro World Championships, Comments:John has incredible genetics very wide shoulders, tiny waist, flaring thighs. SOME PLACES MAY HAVE LAWS PREVENTING THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN TYPES OF DAMAGES. His Mr. 1985 WABBA World Championship DAN TOBOL from Houston was the final contestant and was last year's discourtesy by booing halfofthe final placings. This Agreement affects your legal rights as a Client of GOACH GREG INC. The company's filing status is listed as Suspended - Ftb and its File Number is 1572871. 1981 IFBB Mr. International 1969 NABBA Mr. Universe (Most Muscular) - Another man that photographer Dave Sauer couldn't get to pose backstage was Scott Wilson, but Bruce Klemens took this fine pose of him during his actual posing display. 1970 IFBB Mr. Europe Best Back - Willie Johnson Greg first became interested in bodybuilding at the age of thirteen. IF THOSE LAWS APPLY TO YOU OR ANY OF THE ACTIVITIES, COACH GREG INC. 1968 IFBB Mr. Universe (Tall) Check regularly for the latest, Greatest Physiques. Best Arms - Pat Neve 1980 NABBA Pro Mr. Universe intent on furthering God's work. Universe) took care of the Medium class and the great Bill Pearl passed out 1970 NABBA Mr. Universe 1970 AAU Junior Mr America (Most Muscular) He's still only 19, and weighs 230 pounds at 6'1". Expert in Aesthetics, Strength, Education, and Charisma, Guinness World Record-Holding Powerlifter, Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Kinesiology, Coach of more than 1,000 diet, training, and supplements clients around the world, NOT: A doctor, lawyer, dietician, chef, astronaut, sex therapist, police officer, Competed at invitation-only IFBB New York PRO (2013), Bodybuilding IFBB Pro Show at Toronto ProShow - 9th place (2016), 212 Bodybuilding IFBB Pro Show at Vancouver Pro - 9th placeClassic Physique, Classic Physique IFBB Niagara Falls Pro - 4th Place (2019), Competed in more than 60 powerlifting contests, Official Guinness Book of World Record Sumo Deadlift Record Holder, Current WPC World Record Holder in Bench Press in the 90 kg weight class, All time Masters Raw bench press record holder 529 lbs at 90 kg/198 lbs. Runner-up to Samir Bannout at 1979 World Amateurs. as it helps give him respect in his job as a drug abuse counselor. that will take him far. 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