Description
Muscle Training Illustrated – February 1984, No. 112 (Samir Bannout & Deanna Navarro)
This vintage issue of Muscle Training Illustrated (February 1984, No. 112) features Mr. Olympia Samir Bannout and Deanna Navarro on the cover. A highly collectible edition from bodybuilding’s golden era, this issue offers a wide range of features—from in-depth interviews and training guides to nutritional advice and competition coverage—highlighting the diverse personalities and methods shaping the sport in the early 1980s.
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Table of Contents
DEPARTMENTS
Editorial – Bodybuilding and perspectives – p.6
Letters – Accolades and hisses – p.7
News & Views – Did you hear about...? – p.8
Fitness Forum – by Joseph Miller – Questions on fitness answered by an expert – p.10
Nutritionews – by Carlson Wade – Sexual energy and Vitamin E: Part II – p.12
Training Tips – Hints for faster progress – p.24
Lance Dreher’s Body Forum – Mr. Universe answers your questions – p.31
Curves & Peaks – by Doris Barrilleaux – What’s new in women’s bodybuilding – p.58
Beginner’s Forum – Tips on getting started right – p.76
Ask Dan – Put his 40 years of experience to work for you! – p.87
Powerlifting – by Dr. Ken Leistner – Get powerized! – p.93
FEATURES
The Story Behind the Photo – by Al Antuck – What’s Arnold doing with John Grimek? – p.14
Mr. Olympia Flash Report – Guess who! – p.15
Samir Bannout: Arms of the Lion! – by Mark Ritter – Get your arms roarin’! – p.16
Lou Ferrigno’s NEW T.V. Show – Big Lou is back on the tube! – p.22
Red Meat is Killing You! – by Richard Trent – Aren’t you hungry? – p.25
John Podda – by Lou Parees – A man who believes in MASS! – p.28
Al Beckles Interview – by Mark Ritter – Exclusive for MTI – p.32
Sexuality in the Gym – by Nina Malkin – Women of the ’80s – p.40
A Super Strong Back in 90 Days! – Build yours in time for Spring – p.48
Fia Morro: Animal Training! – by Brian Moss – Prowl with Ms. Morro in the gym – p.51
Matt Mendenhall’s 50” Chest! – by Bob Gruskin – Build yours with Matt’s methods – p.62
Book Review – ‘Strong and Sexy’ examined – p.71
The Essentials of Bodybuilding – by Stuart McRobert – Everything you should know – p.72
Reader Photo Contest – Win a trip to the 1984 Mr. Olympia – p.79
Survivors of the Fittest – by Al Antuck – The champs today—and yesterday – p.80
1983 NPC Junior Nationals – by Al Antuck – Which ones will be tomorrow’s pros? – p.95
Cover Description:
The February 1984 issue showcases Samir Bannout, reigning Mr. Olympia, alongside Deanna Navarro, representing the strength and aesthetic ideal of the bodybuilding world in the early ’80s. This issue combines competition coverage, training science, and personality-driven features, making it a prime collectible for fans of the sport’s golden generation.