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Muscle Training Illustrated – June 1982, Issue No. 99 – Tim Belknap, Bill Register, Harold Poole (with Centerfold)
This June 1982 Issue No. 99 of Muscle Training Illustrated features Tim Belknap, Bill Register, and Harold Poole with a centerfold, capturing a pivotal moment in early 1980s bodybuilding. It includes coverage of emerging champions, training insights, contest highlights, and commentary on fitness science and philosophy.
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Table of Contents – June 1982 (Issue 99)
CHAMPIONS
Tim Belknap—Mr. America — by D. Y. Dan 20
Rick “The Slick” — by Denie 24
April Nicotra, Survivor — by Reg Bradford 26
Lance Dreher: Victory & Defeat — by Jim Marchand 29
The Return of Damon Poole — by Denie 38
Casey at the Barbell — by Deacon Barry 46
Phil Rohde, Mr. Illinois — by D. Dan & John Duslak 63
BUILDING
Horse Shoeing Triceps — by Cody Redhawk 22
The Running Doctor: Solid Weight — by Dr. Michael Schreiber 40
Tony Little Trains Thighs — by Peter Potter 67
PHYSIOLOGY
Overtraining and Energy Level — by David Gentle 32
GYM PEOPLE
Champ Turns Trainer — An MTI Special Feature 36
The Iron Guru—Vince Gironda — by Bob Green 53
PHILOSOPHY
The Body Builder — by Pete Caputo 72
PLATFORM LIFE
$20,000 — by Denie 5
Behind the Scenes: Grand Prix’s — by Cody Redhawk 76
NYC PBA Awards Dinner — by Richard Ornstein 79
SPORTSMEDICINE
The Carbohydrate — by Joe Miller 45
MUSCLE WORLD
MTI News and Events — by The Editors 9
Curves and Peaks — by Doris Barrilleaux 11
Cover Note:
The cover showcases Bill Register, Oregon’s symmetrical champion, photographed by Mark Lurie.
To the left is 1981 Mr. America Tim Belknap, featured on page 20, and to the right stands Damon (Harold) Poole, flexed and ready for a comeback from the 1960s into the 1982 professional circuit. Photos by Denie.
A strong collectible for classic bodybuilding enthusiasts, this issue highlights the competitive and cultural energy of early 1980s physique sport — including deep dives into champion profiles, training philosophy, and the evolving science of strength.