Podcast appearances and mentions of jerry brainum

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to discuss the 1994 Mr. Olympia contest. In Part Two of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the results from the 1994 Mr. Olympia and the Grand Prix contests that took place in the weeks following the Olympia. At the end of the interview, John reads the article "Dorian the Devastator" written by Rosemary Hallum from the March, 1995 issue of MuscleMag International magazine. Time Stamps: 3:10 - Starting the diet 4:52 - John Little's book about Mike Mentzer 5:55 - Emails to the Podcast 7:55 - Bodybuilding: Tracing the Evolution of the Ultimate Physique book 15:30 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum, Part Two 19:00 - Kevin Levrone at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 20:25 - Paul Dillett, 4th place at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 23:00 - Porter Cottrell, 5th place at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 23:30 - Chris Cormier in his first Mr. Olympia 24:20 - Nasser at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 26:00 - Charles Clairmonte at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 27:05 - The deep line-up at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 28:45 - The most overlooked bodybuilder at the 1994 Mr. Olympia 30:18 - The European Grand Prix contests  33:30 - Training the abs 40:30 - The danger of diuretics 41:50 - The movie "Magazine Dreams" 53:15 - The inspiration of Steve Reeves 1:01:40 - John reads the article "Dorian the Devastator" written by Rosemary Hallum for the March, 1995 issue of MuscleMag International magazine. Links: Jerry's newsletter Applied Metabolics Become a Patreon Member John Hansen's Workout and Nutrition Programs Bodybuilding Legends website  

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, Jerry Brainum is the guest to review the 1994 Mr. Olympia contest. In Part One of their interview, Jerry and host John Hansen first talk about the recent passings of bodybuilders Lloyd "Red" Lerille and Pat Neve. Jerry and John also begin their discussion of the 1994 Mr. Olympia contest in which Dorian Yates won his third title over Shawn Ray and Kevin Levrone. At the end of the interview, John reads two articles. The first article is the contest report of the 1960 AAU Mr. America won by Red Lerille. This article comes from the August, 1960 issue of IronMan Magazine. The second article  Time Stamps: 3:44 - Emails to the podcast 6:00 - Start of the interview with Jerry Brainum 7:15 - Tribute to Lloyd "Red" Lerille, 1960 Mr. America 12:35 - Tribute to Pat Neve, 1974 Mr. USA 24:35 - Robby Robinson death rumors 27:30 - Jerry in "Death Race 2000" 33:00 - Review of the 1994 Mr. Olympia 51:55 - John reads the 1960 AAU Mr. America contest report written by Peary Rader from the August, 1960 issue of IronMan Magazine. 1:08:12 - John reads the article "How Pat Neve is Training for the Mr. America" written by Bill Reynolds from the July, 1976 issue of IronMan Magazine. Links: Jerry's Newsletter - Applied Metabolics Become a Patreon Member John Hansen Workout and Nutrition Programs Bodybuilding Legends website  

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to continue the end of the year reviews for the year 1994 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of their interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the professional bodybuilding contests from 1994 including the Arnold Classic, Night of the Champions, IronMan Pro Invitational, San Jose Pro, Chicago Pro and others. At the end of the interview, John reads two articles from 1994 including "Bodybuilding's Blow Out - 1994 Arnold Classic report" written by Julian Schmidt for the July, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine and "Night of Champions XVI" written by Johnny Fitness for the October, 1994 issue of Muscle Mag International.  Time Stamps: 4:34 - Emails to the Podcast 7:30 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 7:50 - 1994 Pro IronMan Invitational review 15:40 - 1994 Arnold Classic 37:30 - San Jose Pro Invitational 39:00 - German and French Pro Invitational  47:55 - Niagara Falls Pro 56:30 - Chicago Pro Invitational 1:00:45 - Night of the Champions 1:10:30 - John reads the article "Bodybuilding's Blow Out" written by Julian Schmidt for the July, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine. 1:22:15 - John reads the article "Night of Champions XVI" written by Johnny Fitness for the October, 1994 issue of Muscle Mag International.  Links: Jerry's Applied Metabolics newsletter Become a Patreon Member John's Training and Nutrition Programs A History of Physical Culture and Bodybuilding Vol One

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to continue their end of the year Reviews for the year 1994 in Bodybuilding. In Part One of their interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the top amateur competitions from 1994 including the NPC USA which was won by Dennis Newman, the 1994 North American Championships won by Jeff Poulin and the 1994 NPC Nationals won by Paul DeMayo. At the end of the interview, John reads three articles from 1994 including the NPC USA contest report written by John Little from the December, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine, the 1994 NPC Nationals contest report written by Jason Mathus from the April, 1995 issue of Muscle Mag International magazine and an interview with Dennis Newman written by Don Ross for the March, 1995 issue of Muscular Development magazine.  Time Stamps: 3:20 - Upcoming Arnold Classic 4:50 - Mom and Dad's 65th Anniversary 5:50 - Getting in shape for the New Year 7:15 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 8:20 - 1994 NPC USA 11:00 - Craig Titus losing it 19:00 - Phil Herndon 20:20 - Dennis Newman getting leukemia 31:15 - Other class winners at the 1994 USA 34:10 - 1994 North American Championships 38:00 - 1994 NPC Nationals 40:05 - Sad ending for Paul DeMayo 43:00 - Top 3 at the NPC Nationals 45:45 - Rory Leidelmeyer bombs at the Nationals 49:35 - Other class winners at the 1994 NPC Nationals 53:13 - John reads the 1994 NPC USA contest report written by John Little for the December, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine. 1:04:27 - John reads the 1994 NPC Nationals contest report written by Jason Mathus for the April, 1995 issue of Muscle Mag International magazine. 1:31:03 - John reads an interview with Dennis Newman written by Don Ross for the March, 1995 issue of Muscular Development magazine.  Links: Subscribe to Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Member for the Podcast Pro Physique Transformation Challenge John Hansen's Online Training Nutrition Programs

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to continue the Review of the year 1984 in Bodybuilding. In Part Three of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the 1984 Mr. Olympia contest in which Lee Haney won his first Mr. Olympia title and Sergio Oliva made a comeback to the IFBB after 12 years. John and Jerry also talk about the 1984 Pro World and the World Grand Prix championships, both won by Albert Beckles.  Time Stamps: 5:00 - Pro Physique Transformation Challenge 6:30 - Patreon Members Newsletter 7:50 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 8:15 - 1984 Mr. Olympia review 8:45 - The return of Sergio Oliva 20:28 - Old School vs New School 22:05 - Lee Haney, Mr. Olympia 28:50 - Mohamed Makkaway 30:00 - Jusup Wilkosz 32:18 - Albert Beckles 40:00 - Roy Callender 40:55 - Samir Bannout 46:10 - Bob Paris 47:33 - Sergio Oliva 53:33 - Tom Platz 56:15 - Bob Birdsong 58:35 - Chris Dickerson 1:00:30 - Tony Pearson 1:04:12 - Boyer Coe 1:07:00 - No Night of the Champions in 1984 1:07:30 - 1984 Pro World Championships 1:13:10 - 1984 World Grand Prix Links: Jerry's Newsletter Applied Metabolics Bodybuilding Legends Patreon Membership Pro Physique Transformation Challenge John Hansen's Workout and Nutrition Programs    

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast for the annual Year in Review show. On this episode, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the year 1984 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of their interview, Jerry and John discuss the 1984 NPC Nationals won by Mike Christian and the 1984 IFBB Mr. Universe which was held in Las Vegas. At the end of the podcast, John reads two articles about Rich Gaspari and Mike Christian, respectively.  Time Stamps: 4:15 - Emails to the Podcast 8:40 - Happy Birthday! 11:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 11:39 - 1984 NPC Nationals Lightweight Class 13:35 - 1984 NPC Nationals Middleweight Class 22:30 - 1984 NPC Nationals Light Heavyweight Class 27:08 - 1984 NPC Nationals Heavyweight Class 37:30 - 1984 IFBB Mr. Universe Lightweight Class 38:22 - 1984 IFBB Mr. Universe Middleweight Class 39:52 - 1984 IFBB Mr. Universe Light Heavyweight Class 41:54 - 1984 IFBB Mr. Universe Heavyweight Class 51:10 - John reads the article "Arms and the Man" written by Bill Reynolds from the April, 1985 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.  1:01:15 - John reads the article "Mike Christian Going for the Knockout" written by Armand Tanny from the May, 1985 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.    Links: Sign up for Jerry's Applied Metabolics newsletter Become a Patreon Member John Hansen's Workout and Nutrition Programs Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast for the annual Year in Review show. On this episode, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the year 1984 in Bodybuilding. In Part One of their interview, Jerry and John talk about the 1984 AAU Mr. America contest won by Joe Meeko and the 1984 NABBA Mr. Universe contest won by Brian Buchanan. At the end of the podcast, John reads an article about the 1984 AAU Mr. America written by Al Antuck from the March, 1985 issue of IronMan Magazine.  Time Stamps: 3:15 - Bodybuilding Seminar in Massachusetts 4:07 - 1980 Mr. Olympia Judges 6:50 - Beginning of interview with Jerry Brainum 9:07 - Shawn Perrine 13:20 - 1984 Mr. America Short Class 25:15 - 1984 Mr. America Medium Class 32:30 - 1984 Mr. America Medium Tall Class 37:05 - 1984 Mr. America Tall Class 42:00 - 1984 NABBA Mr. Universe 42:30 - Tim Belknap 46:36 - Joe Meeko vs. Mike Quinn 48:10 - Brian Buchanan 52:00 - Pro NABBA Mr. Universe 57:20 - John Hansen reads the 1984 Mr. America contest report written by Al Antuck from the March, 1985 issue of IronMan Magazine. Links: Sign up for Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Member John's Online Workout and Diet Programs Bodybuilding Legends website John Hansen's YouTube Channel      

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast for the annual Year in Review show. On this episode, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the year 1974 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of their interview, Jerry and John discuss the 1974 Mr. Olympia contest in which Arnold Schwarzenegger won his fifth Mr. Olympia title over Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu and Frank Zane. They also talk about the 1974 IFBB Mr. America won by Bob Birdsong and the 1974 IFBB Mr. World won by Bill Grant. Finally, Jerry and John talk about the 1974 IFBB Mr. International won by Lou Ferrigno and promoted by Arnold and Franco. At the end of the podcast, host John Hansen reads two articles including the 1974 Mr. International contest report written by George Kaye for the January, 1975 issue of Muscle Builder magazine and the 1974 Mr. Olympia contest report also written by George Kaye for the March, 1975 issue of Muscle Builder magazine.  Time Stamps: 2:35 - Seminar with Lee Haney and Lenda Murray this weekend 3:45 - Mike Mentzer book by John Little 6:00 - Emails to the Podcast 12:00 - Part Two of 1974 in Review with Jerry Brainum 13:15 - 1974 IFBB Mr. America 17:30 - 1974 IFBB Mr. World 21:41 - 1974 Mr. Olympia 39:30 - Is Bigger Better? 41:10 - 1974 IFBB Mr. International 58:24 - John reads the 1974 IFBB Mr. International contest report written by George Kaye from the January, 1975 issue of Muscle Builder magazine.  1:14:50 - John reads the 1974 IFBB Mr. Olympia/Mr. World/Mr. America contest report written by George Kaye from the March, 1975 issue of Muscle Builder magazine.   Links: Seminar in Massachusetts Become a Patreon Member Bodybuilding Legends website John's Workout and Diet Programs John Hansen YouTube Channel

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness magazine and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast. Jerry joins host John Hansen to review the Year 1974 in Bodybuilding. In Part One of their discussion, Jerry and John talk about the 1974 AAU Mr. America contest won by Ron Thompson, the 1974 NABBA Mr. Universe contest which was won by Roy Duval (Amateur) and Chris Dickerson (Professional) and the 1974 IFBB Mr. Universe won by Lou Ferrigno for the second consecutive year. At the end of the interview, John Hansen reads the article "The Mr. America Struggle" written by Franklyn Page about 1974 AAU Mr. America winner Ron Thompson for the November, 1974 issue of IronMan Magazine.  Time Stamps: 1:10 - Celebrating the Holidays 8:30 - Part One of 1974 Year in Review with Jerry Brainum 9:15 - Jerry's competitive career 11:00 - 1974 AAU Mr. America contest 25:43 - Current generation views of Chris Dickerson and Arnold 34:17 - 1974 NABBA Mr. Universe contest 44:07 - 1974 IFBB Mr. Universe contest 54:10 - John reads the article "The Mr. America Struggle" written by Franklyn Page from the November, 1974 issue of IronMan Magazine.   Links: Jerry's Applied Metabolics Newsletter Become a Patreon Member Bodybuilding Legends Website John Hansen's Workout and Nutrition Programs John's YouTube Channel

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast. On this episode, Jerry and John talk about the year 1964 in Bodybuilding for their annual End of the Year Review. Jerry and John review the major competitons of 1964 including the 1964 AAU Mr. America contest won by Val Vasilieff, the 1964 NABBA Mr Universe won by John Hewlett and Earl Maynard and the 1964 IFBB Mr. America and Mr. Universe won by Harold Poole and Larry Scott, respectively.  Time Stamps: 2:24 - John's competition 6:54 - Emails to the Podcast 11:36 - 1964 Year in Review with Jerry Brainum 12:30 - 1964 AAU Mr. America  46:50 - 1964 NABBA Mr. Universe 59:00 - 1964 IFBB Mr. America and Mr. Universe Links: Become a Patreon Member John Hansen Workout and Nutrition Programs Bodybuilding Legends website John Hansen YouTube Channel

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, former Muscle and Fitness writer Jerry Brainum is the guest to talk about the 2024 Mr. Olympia contest. In Part Two of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the top competitors in the contest. They also talk about the Classic Physique Olympia and the retirement of Chris Bumstead. At the end of the interview, John reads the 1985 Mr. Olympia contest report written by Bill Reynolds from the February, 1996 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.  Time Stamps: 2:15 - Chris Bumstead planning to compete in Open Men's Bodybuilding 4:20 - John's current diet to get ripped 10:09 - New videos up on YouTube 11:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum, Part Two 11:05 - Andrew Jacked, 5th Place in the Mr. Olympia 19:45 - Hungry to win 23:42 - 2024 Classic Physique Olympia 27:00 - Chris Bumstead retires 33:30 - The popularity of the Classic Physique division 35:38 - Top competitors in Classic Physique 38:00 - Weight restrictions for Classic Physique 41:00 - Mandatory blood tests for Pro Bodybuilders 47:25 - Symmetry Round 51:00 - New divisions in Bodybuilding 1:02:50 - Prize money in the Mr. Olympia 1:15:42 - John Hansen reads the article "Haney: Two in a Row" written by Bill Reynolds for the February, 1996 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.    Links: Jerry Brainum's Newsletter Patreon Sponsor Link John Hansen's Workout and Nutrition Programs Bodybuilding Legends website  

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, former Muscle and Fitness writer Jerry Brainum, is the guest to talk about the recent 2024 Mr. Olympia contest. In Part One of the interview, Jerry and host John Hansen review the biggest competition of the year. They analyze all the top contestants and talk about their strengths and weaknesses and what they should do to improve for next year.  Time Stamps: 1:53 - Chris Bumstead to compete in Open Bodybuilding  4:00 - Today's Pro Bodybuilders Guest Posing 8:50 - Start of Jerry Brainum Interview, Part One 11:00 - Perfect balance in the arms 13:10 - The 2024 Mr. Olympia review 14:30 - Samson Dauda, the new Mr. Olympia 19:00 - Bloated Bellies 21:28 - Older competitors 25:48 - Nick Walker dropping out of the Olympia 35:24 - The sad ending of Shawn Rhoden 40:37 - Hadi Choopan, 2nd Place  47:11 - Derek Lunsford, 3rd Place 52:46 - Improving as a Mr. Olympia winner 1:01:39 - Martin Fitzwater, 4th Place Links: Jerry Brainum's Newsletter Bodybuilding Legends Patreon Sponsor link Bodybuilding Legends website John Hansen Workout and Diet Programs

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guest Jerry Brainum joins John Hansen for Part Three of their interview about the history of the Mr. Olympia contest. On this episode, Jerry and John talk about the Lee Haney Era (1984-1991) in which Lee Haney set the record for most Mr. Olympia wins. They also discuss the Mass Monster Era which started when Dorian Yates was winning the Mr. Olympia contest from 1992-1997. Dorian was followed by Ronnie Coleman who tied Lee Haney's record of 8 consecutive wins. At the end of the podcast, John Hansen reads the article "Once Upon a Time in Australia" about the controversial 1980 Mr. Olympia contest.  Time Stamps: 4:55 - Emails to the Podcast 15:08 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 15:10 - The Lee Haney Era (1984-1991) 19:10 - The Incumbency Factor 21:47 - The Mass Monster Era 30:50 - Ronnie Coleman Era (1998 - 2005) 32:40 - The Winning Look for the Modern Bodybuilder 35:30 - The Jay Cutler Era 37:04 - Phil "The Gift" Heath 41:45 - When did the bloated abs look start? 46:00 - Overall thoughts on the Mr. Olympia History 48:09 - Favorite Era of the Mr. Olympia 58:50 - "Once Upon a Time in Australia" Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Member John Hansen Fitness Programs John Hansen's YouTube Channel Bodybuilding Legends website  

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guest Jerry Brainum joins John Hansen for Part Two of his discussion about the History of the Mr. Olympia contest. On this episode, Jerry and John talk about the Columbus Years (1976-1979) when Arnold and Jim Lorimer promoted the Mr. Olympia in Columbus, Ohio. They also discuss the Controversial Years (1980-1981), the two most controversial Mr. Olympia's in the history of the event when both Arnold and Franco came back after a five year layoff to again win the title. Finally, Jerry and John talk about the In-Between Years when Chris Dickerson (1982) and Samir Bannout (1983) both won the title for the first time. At the end of the interview, John reads three articles about these years in bodybuilding. These articles include an opinion piece about Frank Zane winning the 1979 Mr. Olympia and also two articles about Arnold and Franco's comeback.  Time Stamps: 2:40 - Andrew Jacked 6:50 - Emails  11:00 - Interview with Jerry begins 11:10 - The Columbus Years (1975-1979) 19:05 - Arnold promoting bodybuilding 25:00 - The Controversial Years (1980-1981) 40:15 - The In-Between Years (1982-1983) 48:40 - John reads the article "In Defense of Zane" by Garry Bartlett for the May, 1980 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine. 55:00 - John reads the article "How I Saw the Mr. Olympia" by Steven Robinson for the March, 1982 issue of IronMan Magazine.  1:01:04 - John reads the article "Olympia Report" by Jack Neary for the February, 1981 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.  Links: Jerry's Newsletter - Applied Metabolics Workout and Diet Programs by John Hansen Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel Bodybuilding Legends on Instagram

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guest Jerry Brainum joins John Hansen for a discussion about the History of the Mr. Olympia contest. This year will mark the 60th Mr. Olympia so Jerry and John go all the way back to the first Mr. Olympia contest and talk about the different eras of the biggest bodybuilding contest in the world. In Part One of their discussion, Jerry and John talk about the Bud Parker Era (1965-1969) when the Mr. Olympia was held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music for the first five years. They also discuss the Arnold Era which lasted from 1970-1975 when Arnold Schwarzenegger was the King of Bodybuilding.  Time Stamps: 2:50 - The Podcast is back! 5:25 - The Tampa Pro 6:05 - Emails to the show 11:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 17:11 - The Bud Parker Era (1965-1969) 18:10 - The 1966 Mr. Olympia 34:36 - Sergio's Mr. Olympia wins 43:32 - The Arnold Era (1970-1975) 44:00 - 1970 Mr. Olympia 46:09 - 1971 Mr. Olympia 49:55 - Arnold vs. Sergio in 1972 56:56 - 1973 Mr. Olympia 59:10 - Arnold's calf implant rumors 1:07:05 - 1974 Mr. Olympia 1:10:16 - 1975 Mr. Olympia in Pretoria, South Africa   Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel John's Nutrition and Workout Coaching Bodybuilding Legends Podcast - Instagram

On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guests Shawn Ray and Jerry Brainum discuss the 1993 Mr. Olympia contest where Dorian Yates won his second Mr. Olympia title and Shawn Ray placed a very close third place behind runner-up Flex Wheeler. Shawn talks about training with Flex Wheeler earlier in the year to prep him for his Arnold Classic win, his own preparation for the Mr. Olympia that year and his thoughts on Dorian Yates changing the sport of bodybuilding by introducing the Mass Monster era. At the end of the podcast, host John Hansen reads the 1993 Mr. Olympia Report written by Peter McGough from the January, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine.  Time Stamps: 7:14 - Start of interview with Shawn Ray and Jerry about the 1993 Mr. Olympia contest 8:30 - Shawn talks about the 1992 Mr. Olympia 10:40 - Training with Flex Wheeler for the 1993 Arnold Classic 13:45 - Flex Wheeler's physique at the 1993 Arnold 15:20 - Shawn's analysis of his physique at the 1993 Mr. Olympia 17:30 - Shawn's reaction after the 1992 Mr. Olympia 19:45 - Losing to Flex at the 1993 Olympia 22:00 - Flex's genetics vs. condition 24:00 - Dorian vs. Flex at the 1993 Olympia 27:20 - Flex's reaction to beating Shawn at the 1993 Olympia 32:20 - Dorian introduced the Mass Monster Era in 1993 34:00 - Changing the judging rounds from the relaxed round to posing 36:00 - The introduction of lighter weight classes in bodybuilding 42:30 - Shawn's opinion of Dorian in 1993 43:53 - Should Dorian have won the Mr. Olympia with a torn bicep? 49:30 - The end of Symmetry and Shape 51:45 - The Incumbancy Factor 56:10 - Judging Symmetry and Posing 1:02:20 - Adding more divisions 1:07:50 - Lou Ferrigno in the 1993 Mr. Olympia 1:08:27 - Why Shawn refused the WBF contract 1:21:42 - Health care for pro bodybuilders 1:29:50 - John reads the 1993 Mr. Olympia report written by Peter McGough from the January, 1994 issue of Flex Magazine. Links: Jerry Brainum's Newsletter John's Online Coaching Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel      

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Flex, Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1993 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of their interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about some of the major professional bodybuilding competitions in 1993 including the IronMan Pro Invitational, the Arnold Classic won by Flex Wheeler, the Night of the Champions won by Porter Cottrell and some other IFBB Grand Prix events. At the end of the podcast, John reads an article written by Kal Szkalak for the May/June issue of Muscle Digest magazine regarding the controversial judging of the 1977 IFBB Mr. Universe in which Kal beat Mike Mentzer in the heavyweight class. (Time Stamps below)   Time Stamps: 5:20 - RIP Carl Weathers 6:13 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 6:40 - Flex Wheeler's pro debut 11:10 - Myostatin gene 15:40 - New bodybuilding talent in the 90's 20:17 - Growth hormone and insulin 23:45 - Women competitors and drugs 27:05 - 1993 Pro IronMan Invitational 42:25 - Mike Matarazzo's dangerous condition 48:45 - Grand Prix contests after the Arnold 50:53 - Porter Cottrell sweeps the spring shows 59:40 - Porter vs Munzer at the 1993 Night of the Champions 1:06:00 - Low body fat percentages and muscle loss 1:19:15 - WBF Bodybuilders return to the IFBB 1:32:00 - John reads the article "What Happened to Simple Honesty?" written by Kal Szkalak for the May/June 1978 issue of Muscle Digest magazine.   Links: Jerry's Applied Metabolics newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel John's Online Coaching Programs

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness, Flex and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1993 in Bodybuilding. In Part One of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the top amateur competitions from the year 1993. Included in their discusssion is the 1993 NPC USA Championships won by Chris Cormier, the 1993 NPC Nationals won by Mike Francois and the 1993 IFBB North American Championships won by David Fisher. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 4:20 - Emails to the podcast 8:25 - John and Jerry talk about the 1993 NPC USA Championships 20:47 - The 1993 NPC Nationals won by Mike Francois 41:48 - The 1993 IFBB North America Championships 47:26 - The 1993 IFBB World Amateur Championships 53:10 - Bodybuilders in the movies 58:35 - Visualizing your success 1:05:00 - 1993 NPC Teenage Nationals with Jay Cutler and Branch Warren 1:12:12 - John reads the article "When Fate Has Different Plans" written by Lou Ferrigno about Lou's preparation for the 1994 Masters Mr. Olympia competition from the March, 1995 issue of Muscle & Fitness magazine.    Links: Jerry's Applied Metabolics newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's Online Training Programs John's YouTube Channel

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1983 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the professional bodybuilding competitions from that year including the 1983 Professional World Championships won by Mohamed Makkawy, the 1983 Night of the Champions won by Lee Haney, the 1983 Mr. Olympia won by Samir Bannout and the 1983 Las Vegas Grand Prix also won by Lee Haney. At the beginning of the podcast, Jerry and John talk about the 1983 IFBB Mr. Universe won by Bob Paris over Berry DeMey. (Time Stamps below). Time Stamps: 4:15 - Emails to the podcast 12:47 - John and Jerry talk about the 1983 IFBB Mr. Universe 19:35 - 1983 Pro World Championships 27:50 - 1983 Night of the Champions  29:50 - Should posing be judged? 39:20 - Scott Wilson wins the Portland Grand Prix 40:20 - 1983 Mr. Olympia 46:00 - Where should Bertil Fox have placed at the Olympia? 51:27 - Frank Zane's last contest 58:10 - 1983 Olympia - different bodytypes 1:02:43 - Grand Prix shows after the Olympia 1:10:20 - 1983 Las Vegas Grand Prix   Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John Hansen's Online Training John's YouTube Channel  

Jerry Brainum, former writer for Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1983 in Bodybuilding. In Part One of this episode, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the major amateur competitions in 1983 including the 1983 AAU Mr. America won by Jeff King, the 1983 NABBA Mr. Universe won by Jeff King (amateur) and Edwardo Kawak (Professional) and the 1983 NPC Nationals won by Bob Paris. (Time stamps below). Time Stamps: 4:24 - Maui Trip 8:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 10:00 - Current state of the Mr. America title 12:50 - 1983 AAU Mr. America 22:10 - 1983 NABBA Mr. Universe - Amateur 23:10 - 1983 NABBA Mr. Universe - Professional 26:50 - Training the abs 32:48 - National level AAU contests 34:10 - 1983 NPC Nationals 35:08 - Bob Paris 38:55 - Rory Leidelmeyer 45:10 - Great posing routines 52:22 - Mike Christian at the 1983 NPC Nationals 55:50 - Matt Mendenhall's potential 1:00:40 - Rich Gaspari top 5 at 20 years old 1:06:22 - Jerry's 8x10 photos 1:14:40 - Other class winners at the 1983 NPC Nationals   Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor John Hansen Online Training Programs Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel  

Jerry Brainum, former writer at Muscle & Fitness and IronMan Magazine, is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1973 in Bodybuilding. Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the major bodybuilding competitions in 1973 including the 1973 AAU Mr. America won by Jim Morris, the 1973 NABBA Mr. Universe won by Chris Dickerson and Boyer Coe, the 1973 IFBB Mr. America won by Lou Ferrigno, the 1973 IFBB Mr. World won by Ken Waller and the 1973 IFBB Mr. Universe also won by Lou Ferrigno. Also discussed is the 1973 Mr. Olympia contest which was featured in the book Pumping Iron. Finally, Jerry and John talk about the controversial IFBB Mr. International contest which was held in Tijuana, Mexico.  Time Stamps: 3:44 - "The Iron Claw" 4:25 - Emails to the Podcast 16:45 - Interview with Jerry Brainum  17:05 - Jim Morris wins the 1973 AAU Mr. America 26:05 - Pete Grymkowski takes second again 32:05 - Chris Dickerson wins the 1973 NABBA Mr. Universe 37:00 - Boyer Coe wins the Pro 1973 NABBA Mr. Universe 40:10 - Reg Park was natural 48:00 - Lou Ferrigno wins the 1973 IFBB Mr. America 48:50 - Lou wins the IFBB Mr. Universe too! 50:20 - Ken Waller wins the 1973 IFBB Mr. World 52:32 - Arnold wins the 1973 Mr. Olympia 55:27 - Steve Reeves is honored at the WBBG event in New York 1:03:05 - Tom Minichello's book 1:07:24 - The 1973 IFBB Mr. International contest 1:18:40 - Joe Weider the businessman 1:23:40 - Was the judging panel favored towards Arnold?   Links:  Jerry Brainum's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends Website John's Online Coaching John's YouTube Channel John on It's Just Bodybuilding Video Review

Happy New Year! In this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guest Jerry Brainum again joins John Hansen for their annual End of the Year review in which they look back 30, 40 and 50 years in Bodybuilding History. For this episode, Jerry and John actually go back 60 years to 1963 to discuss the AAU Mr. America in which Harold Poole lost to Vern Weaver and the IFBB Mr. America and Mr. Universe featuring such superstars as Larry Scott, Freddy Ortiz and Hugo Labra. Jerry and John also talk about the people we lost in 2023 from the bodybuilding world.  Time Stamps: 3:15 - The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast in review for 2023 10:55 - Beginning of interview with Jerry Brainum 17:20 - Remembering those we lost in 2023 17:40 - Kurt Marnul  21:05 - Mike Quinn 24:40 - Lisa Lyon 36:30 - Joe Grossi 37:25 - Ruth Silverman 50:00 - 1963 In Review - Arnold's first contest 51:13 - Harold Poole leaves the AAU for the IFBB 52:00 - The 1963 AAU Mr. America 58:40 - The IFBB challenges the AAU 1:06:45 - The 1963 NABBA Mr. Universe Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel John's Online Coaching  

For the final installment of the 6th Anniversary of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, host John Hansen selects some clips of his favorite interviews of the last six years. Included in Part Three of the 6th Anniversary show are interviews with Jerry Brainum about the 1971 NABBA Mr. Universe and the 1971 Mr. Olympia, Australian photographer Robert Nailon talks about meeting Arnold for the first time and his thoughts on the 1980 Mr. Olympia, Tom Terwilliger, Jerry Brainum and Phil Williams give their pick for the Best Double Biceps pose in the Golden Era, Jack Neary talks about meeting Joe Weider and writing for Muscle Builder magazine, Jack also discusses the Kal Szkalak-Joe Weider fight, Lee Haney, Rich Gaspari, Lee Labrada and Shawn Ray pick their favorite Mr. Olympia contest and Rick Wayne tells some great stories about Sergio Oliva, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Steve Reeves and Joe Weider. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 5:00 - Emails from podcast listeners 9:00 - Interview with Jerry Brainum about Bill Pearl winning the 1971 NABBA Mr. Universe 15:10 - Jerry Brainum talks about the 1971 Mr. Olympia  23:07 - Interview clip with Australian photographer Robert Nailon about meeting Arnold for the first time and his thoughts on the 1980 Mr. Olympia 49:18 - Tom Terwilliger, Jerry Brainum and Phil Williams make their pick for which bodybuilder had the best front double biceps from the Golden Era of Bodybuilding 1:13:20 - Writer Jack Neary talks about how he started writing for Muscle Builder magazine 1:24:00 - Jack Neary talks about the Kal Szkalak and Joe Weider feud 1:31:45 - Lee Haney, Rich Gaspari, Lee Labrada and Shawn Ray talk about their favorite Mr. Olympia contest 1:42:00 - Writer Rick Wayne tells some great stories and recollections of Sergio Oliva, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Steve Reeves and Joe Weider.   Links: Become a Patreon Sponsor 12 Week Transformation Program Bodybuilding Legends website Bodybuilding Legends Podcast Shows John's YouTube Page

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast continues the celebration of our 6th Anniversary with some excerpts from some of our favorite interviews over the last six years. Included in Part Two of teh 6th Anniversary Special are interviews with Rich Gaspari, Rick Wayne, Jerry Brainum, Roger Schwab, John Little and Jack Neary. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 5:00 - Andrew Jacked wins the Texas Pro 7:30 - 1977 Mr. America event 13:00 - Rich Gaspari talks about turning pro in 1984 27:00 - Rick Wayne talks about Arnold and Joe Weider's relationship 36:30 - Jerry Brainum discusses aesthetic vs. mass monster physiques 50:00 - Roger Schwab talks about the beginning of Women's Bodybuilding 1:05:00 - Author John Little talks about Bruce Lee and his martial arts expertise 1:22:00 - Jack Neary talks about seeing the 1980 Mr. Olympia  Links: Become a Patreon Sponsor John Hansen Workout and Diet Programs Bodybuilding Legends Website John's YouTube Channel Previous Podcast Episodes

This week on the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, writer Jerry Brainum returns for Part Two of his interview about the documentary on Arnold Schwarzenegger currently playing on Netflix. In the second part of their interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about Part One of the documentary "Arnold" which centers around Arnold Schwarzenegger's bodybuilding career. Included in the discussion is Arnold's introduction to bodybuilding in Austria, his temptuous relationship with his father and brother and choosing Reg Park for his role model. After the interview, John reads the article "As I Saw It..." written by Rick Wayne about the 1969 Mr. Olympia contest between Sergio and Arnold. (Time Stamps below) Become a Patreon Donor Time Stamps: 2:47 - Old picture of Jerry Brainum 3:30 - Happy Birthday Rachel McLish 4:48 - Brian Moss Interview 5:55 - Comments about the Mike Quinn Tribute 9:35 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum, Part Two 12:08 - The influence of Arnold Schwarzenegger 16:30 - The unseen footage of "Pumping Iron" 20:00 - 1970 Mr. World and Jim Lorimer 24:00 - Arnold growing up in Austria 27:20 - Learning from people around you 29:06 - The difference between Arnold and Sergio 32:40 - The influence of Reg Park 34:30 - How Arnold's father motivated him to succeed 37:30 - Arnold's brother 40:30 - Arnold's first night in America 44:00 - Arnold's friendship with Frank Zane 45:44 - Arnold and Joe Weider 47:00 - Contest reports in the magazines 54:20 - Arnold promoting bodybuilding in the '70's  55:40 - Will there be another Arnold? 1:05:54 - Host John Hansen reads the article "From Where I Sat.." written by Rick Wayne about the 1969 Mr. Olympia contest.  Links: Become a Patreon Donor John's Online Training Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel

This week on the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, writer Jerry Brainum is the guest to discuss the new documentary on Netflix called "Arnold". This 3 part documentary series covers the life of Arnold Schwarzenegger in three episodes that talk about his life as an Athlete, Actor and Politician. In Part One of the interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about Arnold's movie career from his auspicious debut in "Hercules in New York" (1970) to the peak of his Hollywood career with films such as "Twins" (1988), "Total Recall" (1990) and "Terminator 2: Judgement Day" (1991). At the end of the interview, John reads the article "Arnold Schwarzenegger on Movies, Muscles & Maria" by Steve Holman for the July, 1988 issue of IronMan Magazine. (Time Stamps below): Time Stamps: 3:00 - Mike Quinn Tribute video now on YouTube 3:37 - Congratulations to Byron Lawson 4:25 - Comments on Gabe Boudreaux interview 8:35 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum about the Arnold documentary on Netflix 10:35 - Arnold being candid in the documentary 13:30 - How often did Arnold train with Franco? 17:15 - Arnold is the greatest success story 20:09 - "I'm going to be a major movie star!" 22:40 - "Hercules in New York" (1970) 25:10 - Waiting for the right roles 26:25 - Winning the Golden Globe award 26:50 - Lou Ferrigno landing the Incredible Hulk  30:00 - Arnold's breakthrough role in "Stay Hungry" 32:12 - The impact of "Pumping Iron" on Arnold's career 33:30 - Frank Zane and Dave Draper as actors 36:12 - The delay in making "Conan the Barbarian" 39:50 - The controversy in the making of "Pumping Iron" 42:20 - Arnold the comedian 45:00 - "I'll Be Back" 45:50 - The events that led to Arnold being a movie star 47:15 - Always curious 49:00 - How Arnold has changed as he's gotten older 55:40 - Arnold's arrogance and his popularity 59:00 - Arnold's inappropriate remarks to women 1:00:00 - A more balanced documentary 1:07:30 - Arnold's friendship with Franco 1:11:45 - John reads the article "Arnold Schwarzenegger on Muscles, Movies & Maria" written by Steve Holman for the July, 1988 issue of IronMan Magazine.   Links: Become a Patreon Donor John's Online Training John's YouTube Channel Bodybuilding Legends website            

On this week's episode of the Escape Your Limits Podcast, Jerry Brainum is returning for his second interview by popular demand. He has a distinguished background as a competitive bodybuilder who trained alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger during the 70s. Beyond his achievements in bodybuilding, he boasts over 30 years of experience in researching and writing about all aspects of fitness. His remarkable career includes serving as the editor of Muscle and Fitness magazine for a decade, as well as being an editor-at-large for Flex magazine and a regular contributor to Ironman magazine for 28 years. In our last interview, he debunked the truth of steroids, bodybuilding, and the deathly effects of “safe supplements.” Today, he passionately shares: •                     The drawbacks of Ozempic and other fat loss burners as a weight loss solution •                     The only drug that is known to extend lifespan even in middle-age people •                     And the science behind creatine, where it comes from, and whether it is necessary to phase on and off the supplement To sign up for Applied Metabolics, click here! https://www.appliedmetabolics.com/

Writer Jerry Brainum is the guest on this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to review the year 1992. On Part Three of his interview, Jerry joins host John Hansen to talk about the 1992 Mr. Olympia contest won by Dorian Yates in Helsinki, Finland. Jerry and John discuss the top competitors from this historic event as well as the return of Lou Ferrigno to the bodybuilding stage. At the end of the podcast, John Hansen reads the article "Finale in Finland" written by Julian Schmidt for the February, 1993 issue of Flex Magazine. (Time Stamps below). Time Stamps: 3:34 - Old Bodybuilding Magazines for sale 4:13 - "Dream Big" on Amazon Prime 5:16 - Patreon Sponsors upgrade 7:05 - Raquel Welch passes away 7:54 - 1992 Mr. Olympia Review with Jerry Brainum 9:19 - Dorian Yates wins the Mr. Olympia 11:11 - Lou Ferrigno takes a fall 12:15 - Reviewing Dorian's physique 24:12 - Assessing the top six of the 1992 Mr. Olympia 29:40 - Lee Labrada at the 1992 Olympia 32:40 - Hunter Labrada 41:40 - Memorable posing routines 43:20 - Mohamed Benaziza 45:00 - Vince Taylor and his eye patch 49:48 - The rest of the Top 10 in the 1992 Mr. Olympia 50:34 - The return of Lou Ferrigno 1:04:36 - Ronnie Coleman's first Mr. Olympia contest 1:05:54 - The Grand Prix tour after the Olympia 1:08:53 - Genetic freaks 1:19:20 - Host John Hansen reads the article "Finale in Finland" written by Julian Schmidt for the February, 1993 issue of Flex Magazine. Links: Jerry's Newsletter - Applied Metabolics Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John Hansen Fitness John's YouTube Channel

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast welcomes guest Jerry Brainum to review the year 1992 in Bodybuilding. In Part Two of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about some of the biggest professional competitions from 1992 including the 1992 Arnold Classic won by Vince Taylor and the 1992 Night of the Champions won by Kevin Levrone. At the end of the podcast, John Hansen reads the article "Haney on the Hot Seat...Will He or Won't He?" written by John Little, Peter McGough and Bob Wolff from the March, 1993 issue of Flex Magazine. (Time Stamps below).  Time Stamps: 4:15 - Kurt Marnul passes away 6:30 - New Bodybuilding Videos up on YouTube 8:30 - The Year 1975 in Bodybuilding 12:00 - Changing my workout program 12:47 - Listener emails 20:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum - 1992 in Review, Part Two 20:40 - 1992 Arnold Classic 37:00 - Recent deaths in bodybuilding 37:25 - Shawn Rhoden's physique 42:00 - The art of bodybuilding 50:00 - Arnold and Rachel McLish 51:53 - Surprising placings at the 1992 Arnold Classic 54:22 - The 1992 Night of the Champions 55:54 - Wayne DeMelia Promoter 57:00 - Former Mr. Olympia winners at the Olympia 1:02:54 - Kevin Levrone and Porter Cottrell 1:05:00 - Nasser's prediction 1:08:00 - Bodybuilders competing past their prime 1:14:20 - John Hansen reads the article "Haney on the Hot Seat..Will He or Won't He?" written by John Little, Peter McGough and Bob Wolff from the March, 1993 issue of Flex Magazine. Links: Jerry's Newsletter Become a Patreon Donor Bodybuilding Legends Podcast John's YouTube Channel John Hansen Fitness

Guest Jerry Brainum joins the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to talk about the year in Bodybuilding in 1992. In Part One of his interview, Jerry and host John Hansen talk about the top amateur competitions from 1992 including the 1992 NPC USA won by Flex Wheeler and the 1992 IFBB North America Championships won by Paul Dillett. At the end of the Podcast, John reads the article "Beef...Beef...Beef, the 1982 Olympia Conclusion" written by Rick Wayne for the May, 1993 issue of Muscle & Fitness Magazine. (Time Stamps below)   Time Stamps: 4:15 - Emails from last week's show 7:30 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum, 1992 In Review, Part One 8:25 - The NPC taking over 10:10 - Getting your pro card in 1992 12:32 - The Wellness division 29:20 - The 1992 NPC Jr. Nationals 32:10 - Flex Wheeler wins the 1992 NPC USA 34:30 - The genetics of Flex Wheeler 41:30 - Chris Duffy and James DeMelo 46:27 - Mike Francois in the 1992 NPC USA 48:20 - John "Tank" Sherman 49:46 - 1992 NPC Nationals 51:03 - Paul DeMayo and his early death 56:54 - Dean Caputo 57:45 - James DeMelo and his calves 1:01:52 - Paul Dillett wins the 1992 IFBB North America 1:10:33 - Genetic response to steroids 1:26:15 - The 1992 NPC Nationals results 1:30:55 - John Hansen reads the article "Beef..Beef..Beef, the '82 Olympia Conclusion" written by Rick Wayne for the May, 1993 issue of Muscle & Fitness Magazine. Links: Jerry's newsletter Applied Metabolics Become a Patreon Donor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel John Hansen Fitness website    

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast celebrates the end of each year by looking back 30, 40 and 50 years at the events in the world of Bodybuilding. On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, we go back 40 years to the year 1982 to talk about the major professional bodybuilding competitions from that year. Guest Jerry Brainum joins host John Hansen for Part Two of his interview to talk about the top three major IFBB pro contests from 1982 including the 1982 Mr. Olympia, the IFBB Pro World Championships and the Night of the Champions contest. Included in the discussion is Chris Dickerson's victory at the 1982 Mr. Olympia in London, Albert Beckles winning the Night of the Champions over IFBB newcomer and NABBA Mr. Universe winner Bertil Fox and Beckle's victory at the Pro World Championship over Boyer Coe. At the end of the podcast, John Hansen reads two articles pertaining to the 1982 Mr. Olympia. The first is called "Dickerson Is New Mr. Olympia" written by Garry Bartlett from the March, 1983 issue of IronMan Magazine. The second article is titled "Chris Dickerson Wins the '82 Olympia" written by Bill Dobbins for the first issue of Flex Magazine (April, 1982). (Time Stamps below). 3:50 - Maui Trip 5:00 - The Arnold Classic list 8:15 - Emails from last week's show 13:30 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 15:00 - 1982 Mr. Olympia won by Chris Dickerson 35:00 - Champion bodybuilders getting old 37:40 - The other competitors in the 1982 Mr. Olympia 1:18:00 - The 1982 Pro World Championships 1:19:50 - The Night of the Champions in 1982 1:25:22 - Training the muscles more frequently 1:33:30 - Host John Hansen reads the article "Dickerson Is New Mr. Olympia" written by Garry Bartlett for the March, 1983 issue of IronMan Magazine. 1:50:20 - John reads the article "Chris Dickerson Wins the '82 Olympia" written by Bill Dobbins for the April, 1983 issue of Flex Magazine.   Links: Jerry's newsletter Applied Metabolics Transformation Challenge - Pro Physique Become a Patreon Sponsor Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel John Hansen Fitness website    

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast celebrates the end of each year by looking back 30, 40 and 50 years at the events in the world of Bodybuilding. On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, we go 40 years back to the year 1982 to talk about the major competitions from that year. Guest Jerry Brainum joins host John Hansen for Part One to talk about the top amateur competitions from that year. Included in the discussion is start of the NPC organization with the first NPC American Bodybuilding Championships won by Lee Haney and the 1982 AAU Mr. America contest won by Rufus Howard. At the end of the podcast, John reads two articles from 1982 - "Howard Wins AAU Mr. America" written by Al Antuck from the November, 1982 issue of IronMan Magazine and "Another Viewpoint - The NPC American Bodybuilding Championships" also written by Al Antuck from the March, 1982 issue of IronMan Magazine. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 5:40 - My seminar with Lee Haney in Massachusetts 8:55 - Emails from last week's show 12:20 - Hanging out with Lee Haney 14:50 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum - 1982 In Review, Part One 16:20 - The split between the AAU and the NPC 17:50 - The Joe Weider - Bob Hoffman rivalry 22:34 - The power of the Weider magazines 33:10 - The 1982 NPC American Bodybuilding Championships 1:22:40 - The 1982 IFBB Mr. Universe 1:34:40 - The 1982 AAU Mr. America 1:41:00 - 1982 NABBA Mr. Universe 1:48:42 - Kalman Szkalak 1:52:00 - Jerry competing in the 1974 Mr. Western America 1:58:00 - The end of the bodybuilding magazines 2:01:50 - Host John Hansen reads the article "Howard Wins the AAU Mr. America" written by Al Antuck from the November, 1982 issue of IronMan Magazine 2:19:30 - John reads the article "Another Viewpoint - The NPC American Bodybuilding Championships" written by Al Antuck from the March, 1983 issue of IronMan Magazine.   Links: Jerry Brainum's Newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor John's Online Coaching John Hansen Fitness Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel Muscle Maturity Podcast on YouTube

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast continues its end of the year celebration by looking back 50 years at the year in Bodybuilding circa 1972. Guest Jerry Brainum joins the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast to discuss the major IFBB competitions from 1972 including the 1972 Mr. Olympia with Sergio Oliva vs. Arnold Schwarzenegger, the 1972 IFBB Mr. Universe won by Ed Corney, the 1972 IFBB Mr. World won by Mike Katz over Ken Waller and the 1972 IFBB Mr. America also won by Ed Corney over Leon Brown. At the end of the Podcast, host John Hansen reads two articles from 1972. The first is from the July, 1973 issue of Muscle Builder magazine titled "The Dark Shadow Over Arnold's Sun" written by Rick Wayne and the second article "Has Success Spoiled Arnold?" also written by Rick Wayne is from August, 1973 issue of Muscle Builder Magazine. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 3:00 - 2022 Podcasts Review 9:50 - Seminar with Lee Haney on January 7th 12:00 - Emails from last week's show 15:45 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum - 1972 in Review, Part Two 16:25 - 1972 Mr. Olympia 23:35 - The judges scoresheet from the 1972 Mr. Olympia 31:09 - 1972 IFBB Mr. America 32:30 - Meeting Steve Reeves 38:50 - Leon Brown 43:00 - Rick Giofu 49:35 - Katz beats Waller at the Mr. World 54:00 - The 1972 IFBB Mr. Universe 1:10:00 - The 1972 IFBB Mr. International 1:24:22 - Host John Hansen reads "The Dark Shadow over Arnold's Sun" written by Rick Wayne from the July, 1973 issue of Muscle Builder magazine 1:33:45 - John reads the article "Has Success Spoiled Arnold?" written by Rick Wayne from the August, 1973 issue of Muscle Builder Magazine. Links: Jerry's newsletter Applied Metabolics Become a Patreon Sponsor John's Online Coaching John Hansen Fitness Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel  

The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast celebrates the end of each year by looking back at the Bodybuilding world 50, 40 and 30 years in the past. On this episode of the Bodybuilding Legends Podcast, guest Jerry Brainum joins host John Hansen to talk about the year 1972. In Part One of their interview, Jerry and John talk about the 1972 AAU Mr. America contest won by Steve Michalik. They also discuss the 1972 NABBA Mr. Universe contest won by Frank Zane in the Professional class and Elias Petsas in the Amateur division. At the end of the podcast, John Hansen reads two articles from IronMan Magazine. The first article is called "Physiques of '72...The Year in Review" written by Franklin Page from the May, 1973 issue of IronMan Magazine and the second article is titled "The Death of Bodybuilding" written by Steve Michalik from the September, 1972 issue of IronMan Magazine. (Time Stamps below) Time Stamps: 4:00 - Mr. Olympia Review 8:00 - Emails from listeners 13:00 - Start of interview with Jerry Brainum 15:30 - Steve Michalik and steroids 27:15 - 1972 AAU Mr. America 28:20 - Pete Grymkowski 33:00 - Winning the Mr. America on personality 37:50 - Bob Birdsong 40:44 - Most Muscular award 43:25 - John Corvello 45:50 - Joe Abbenda 55:00 - Body part awards at the Mr. America 58:00 - 1972 NABBA Mr. Universe 1:06:00 - Building a good back 1:09:00 - No entry fees for the NABBA Mr. Universe 1:13:15 - Warren Frederick and Bill Grant 1:20:00 - Lou Ferrigno in the NABBA Mr. Universe 1:25:30 - The body changes when you get older 1:27:00 - Frank Zane wins the 1972 Pro NABBA Mr. Universe 1:35:00 - Host John Hansen reads the article "Physiques of '72...The Year in Review" by Franklin Page from the May, 1973 issue of IronMan Magazine. 1:54:04 - John reads the article "The Death of Bodybuilding" by Steve Michalik from the September, 1972 issue of IronMan Magazine. Links: Jerry Brainum's newsletter Become a Patreon Sponsor Online Coaching with John Hansen John Hansen Fitness Bodybuilding Legends website John's YouTube Channel        

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The Bodybuilding Legends Podcast celebrates its 5th Anniversary on this special episode. In Part One of the 5th Anniversary special, host John Hansen shares some of his favorite episodes since the podcast first began on July 5th, 2017. Included in this episode are interviews with Chris Dickerson, Boyer Coe, Peter McGough and Wayne Gallasch, Berry DeMey, Jerry Brainum and Phil Williams as well as some classic stories about Sergio Oliva, Rock Stonewall and Tim Belknap. Time Stamps: 7:20 - Old Bodybuilding Magazines 8:05 - Wayne Gallasch upcoming interview 10:15 - Chris Dickerson talks about when he started bodybuilding and winning the Mr. America and Mr. Universe titles 22:10 - Boyer Coe talks about meeting and working with Arthur Jones 30:00 - Jerry Brainum and Phil Williams talk about the drug use in bodybuilding in the 1980's compared to today 43:12 - Peter McGough and Wayne Gallasch recall their memories of seeing the 1970 NABBA Mr. Universe contest in London 1:00:54 - 1966 Mr. America Bob Gajda and his friends Al Jakich and Terry Strand remember some old bodybuilding stories about Sergio Oliva and Rock Stonewall in Chicago 1:18:45 - 1986 Mr. America Glenn Knerr and 1983 Mr. America - Short Class Larry Bernstein talk about the bodybuilders of the 1970's and '80's compared to today and some stories about 1981 Mr. America Tim Belknap. 1:28:20 - Berry DeMey talks about competing in the 1983 and 1984 Mr. Universe and winning his pro card at the 1985 World Games Links: John's Online Training Bodybuilding Legends website Support the Podcast on Patreon Pro Physique Transformation Challenge John's YouTube Channel John Hansen Fitness website Muscle Maturity Podcast Bodybuilding Legends Facebook page Bodybuilding Legends Instagram  

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