Description
MuscleMag International Magazine March 1982 No. 28 Franco Columbu and Tom Platz
This vintage March 1982 issue of MuscleMag International (No. 28) features Franco Columbu and Tom Platz, capturing one of bodybuilding’s most controversial years. Inside is full coverage of the infamous 1981 Mr. Olympia contest, dubbed by many as a judging farce, along with exclusive training insights from Boyer Coe, Serge Nubret, and Larry Scott. Clarence Bass’ Ripped serialization continues, and Mike Mentzer is profiled in a personal feature. A highly collectible issue that documents both the drama and the discipline of early 1980s bodybuilding.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The exact item shown in the photos is the one you will receive. Please check pictures for details of wear and overall quality. Each copy is shipped in a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Include:
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Editorial
No One Would Listen! — Robert Kennedy on the fallout of Olympia ’81 (p. 6) -
Lead Article
Franco’s Olympia — Full report and photo coverage of the controversial contest (p. 24) -
Instruction
Pumping Volts — Electric muscle stimulation explained (p. 18)
Witnessing a Heavy Duty Workout (p. 36)
Boyer Coe Trains Legs — Expert advice for size and muscularity (p. 39)
Nubret’s Biceps: The Facts! (p. 20) -
Appendages
Mr. America Contest Report (p. 32)
Larry Answers — Larry Scott, the first Mr. Olympia, addresses training problems (p. 44) -
Biography
Mentzer, the Private Side — A personal look at Mike Mentzer (p. 14)
Ripped! Part Seven — Clarence Bass’ book serialization continues (p. 10)
Chris Dickerson — A dynamic stage presence at the Olympia (p. 24) -
Regular Features
Top Man — Scott Wilson (p. 23)
Vince’s Questions and Answers — Advice from Vince Gironda (p. 65)
Quotable Quotes (p. 55)
Muscle-Go-Round — News and views from bodybuilding (p. 8)
Nutritional Talk — With Norman Zale (p. 56)
Muscle Tips (p. 19)
Beef It! (p. 66)
Classified Ads (p. 61) -
Readers Section
Muscle Mail — Reader letters (p. 12)
Ask Bob — Robert Kennedy’s training and diet advice (p. 62)
Cover Feature:
Franco Columbu and Tom Platz — Olympia coverage and training spotlights on two of the sport’s most powerful physiques.
This issue is especially notable for its coverage of the controversial Olympia, rare insights into Mentzer’s personal life, and Tom Platz’s growing prominence alongside Columbu. A valuable collectible for bodybuilding fans and vintage magazine collectors.