Scott reflected on the creation of the Mr. Olympia. It was a Sunday afternoon, September, 1964. Larry had just won the coveted IFBB Mr. Universe title and was about to have a celebratory dinner with Joe Weider.
Tag: Wild Physique
Reflecting On Winning The 1965 Mr. Olympia By Larry Scott
In the last instalment, we discussed how Larry and Joe Weider conceived the idea of the Mr. Olympia competition way back in September 1964. Larry had just won Mr. Universe and felt like Alexander The Great with no new worlds to conquer.
Vince Gironda on Steroids – Stay Away From It Like It Was Poison!
Vince Gironda discusses steroids and why he was always against their usage. The natural way is the only way!
Use the Preacher Bench for Better Biceps
Sitting forlornly in some unused corner of the gym unwanted and ignored is the preacher bench, sometimes known as the Scott bench.
How to Use the Preacher’s Stand for Developing Biceps
Insofar as I am concerned, I have never observed the preacher bench being used correctly.
Vince Gironda’s Final Interview
It was my pleasure and privilege to know Vince Gironda for 45 years.
Bill Howard – A Classical Study of Physical Perfection
I trained for twenty years until I recently discovered that I make better progress and faster gains by not overworking. I do less sets and exercises now, but everything I do works my muscles to the maximum.
Larry Scott Vacation Shock
When I was about age 55, I took my family to Hawaii and we took a family photo right on the beach. I had already noticed my pants were getting tighter but it really hit me when I saw that photo.
Rotating Scapula Pulldowns
Let’s talk a minute about equipment. The typical lat pull down bar turns down on the ends. I’ll tell you right now this is the wrong way to make big gains.
How To Refresh A Stale Pec Routine
I picked this exercise up from the late Vince Gironda. I don’t think you’ll ever hear about it because it’s quite unusual but it’s a honey to give some life to a worn out chest routine.