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MuscleMag International Magazine November 1982 No. 32 Albert Beckles No Label
This vintage November 1982 issue of MuscleMag International (No. 32) features Albert Beckles, one of bodybuilding’s most enduring and admired competitors. At 44, Beckles was still rising in the sport, showing that age was no barrier to world-class progress. The issue also covers the Night of Champions contest in New York, profiles the Barbarian Brothers, highlights Sergio Oliva’s comeback, and continues Mike Mentzer’s training series. A colorful and content-packed collectible from bodybuilding’s golden age.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Please check photos for details of wear and quality. Each copy ships with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Include:
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Editorial
More Color, More Muscle — Expanded content with 16 additional pages (p. 6) -
Lead Article
New York Knockout! — Night of Champions contest report (p. 24) -
Biography
The Barbarians — David and Peter Paul, larger-than-life bodybuilding twins (p. 14)
Al Beckles — Britain’s finest physique rises to the top at age 44 (p. 42)
The Myth Strikes Back! — Sergio Oliva’s powerful return (p. 38) -
Appendages
What’s It All About? — Reg Park’s views on bodybuilding (p. 10)
Committing It to Paper — Why keeping notes boosts progress (p. 21)
Jean LeBlanc — Profile of Mr. Canada (p. 35)
Comparing Workouts — Sets versus reps, analyzed (p. 58) -
Instruction
Advice to Beginners — Essential guidance for newcomers (p. 30)
Mike Mentzer Trains Back and Legs — Continuing Mentzer’s full-body series (p. 52)
Curl for Bigger Biceps — A fresh take on building arm size (p. 32) -
Regular Features
Muscle Tips (p. 74)
Top Man (p. 49)
Nutrition Talk — With Norman Zale (p. 72)
Quotable Quotes (p. 63)
Muscle-Go-Round — News and gossip from bodybuilding (p. 8)
Beef It! (p. 82)
Vince’s Questions and Answers — Vince Gironda’s wisdom (p. 81)
Classified Ads (p. 65)
MuscleMail — Reader letters (p. 12)
Ask Bob? — Robert Kennedy’s advice (p. 78)
Cover Feature:
Albert Beckles — a portrait of consistency, longevity, and world-class bodybuilding excellence.
This issue stands out for its deep contest coverage, profiles of legends like Beckles, Oliva, and the Barbarian Brothers, and exclusive training features from Mike Mentzer and Reg Park. A must-have for bodybuilding collectors and fans of the sport’s most iconic era.