Description
MuscleMag International Magazine May 1984 No. 43 Samir Bannout No Label
This vintage issue of MuscleMag International (May 1984, No. 43) features Mr. Olympia Samir Bannout on the cover, showcasing the winning physique that earned him the title in Munich. Also highlighted is Rachel McLish, two-time Miss Olympia, captured in seminar training form. Inside, the issue covers Olympia contest drama, top athletes’ training secrets, and exclusive features on some of bodybuilding’s most iconic names, making it an essential collectible for fans of the golden era.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The exact item shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. Please check all pictures carefully for condition. Each magazine is stored with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Include:
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On the Cover
Samir Bannout – Displaying his Olympia-winning physique.
Inset: Rachel McLish – Two-time Miss Olympia. Photos by Chris Lund. -
Editorial
The Biggest Ever Olympia! – With $100,000 in prize money, the 1984 Olympia promises to crown the most famous bodybuilder of all time (p. 6) -
Lead Article
Backstage Olympia – Garry Bartlett’s behind-the-scenes expose with rare photos (p. 40) -
Biography
Tony’s Lean Machine – Tony Pearson returns to IFBB competition with a new body and outlook (p. 13) -
Instruction
Samir Bannout Trains Arms – Mr. Olympia’s intense arm routine that wowed the Munich crowd (p. 72)
In the Training Torture Chamber – Testing the electric muscle stimulator for new gains (p. 69)
Vince Gironda Bombastically Candid Again – The Iron Guru on drug-free bodybuilding success (p. 22) -
Appendages
He’s Back! – Serge Nubret returns to competition and wins WABBA Mr. World (p. 9)
An Interview with Rachel McLish – Training secrets from the most famous female bodybuilder (p. 27)
Hail Caesars – Lee Haney defeats John Terill at the Las Vegas Grand Prix (p. 32)
NPC National Championships – Bob Paris secures his first major title in San José (p. 49) -
Features & Regular Columns
Advice from the Pro’s – This month featuring Lou Ferrigno and Frank Zane (pp. 38, 46)
Muscle Go Round – Global bodybuilding gossip and news (p. 10)
Before and After – Transformation success stories (p. 63)
Muscle Mail – Readers’ letters (p. 20)
Nutritional Talk – With Michael Drake (p. 64)
Muscle Tips – Readers’ training insights (p. 59)
Quotable Quotes – Highlights from the bodybuilding world (p. 61)
Top Man – Featuring Boyer Coe (p. 56)
Classifieds – MuscleMag marketplace (p. 57)
Canadian Gossip – News from Canada (p. 62)
Upcoming Events – Contest schedules (p. 48)
Ask Bob – Training problem-solving with the Editor-in-Chief (p. 66)
Gironda Answers – The Iron Guru’s Q&A (p. 78)
Beef It! – Featuring Sergio Oliva (p. 82)
A collectible issue featuring Samir Bannout, Rachel McLish, and Sergio Oliva, packed with Olympia insights, contest reports, and training wisdom from bodybuilding legends. A must-have for vintage fitness magazine collectors.