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Muscle Training Illustrated – October 1980, Issue No. 87 – Ron Teufel (with Centerfold)
This is the October 1980 issue (No. 87) of Muscle Training Illustrated, featuring Ron Teufel with a centerfold. This issue focuses on competition season highlights, including major IFBB and AAU events, as well as expert training routines, nutrition insights, and in-depth athlete features. It also includes pioneering coverage of women’s bodybuilding, reflecting the sport’s growing inclusivity during the early 1980s.
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Table of Contents – October 1980 (Issue 87)
PLATFORM LIFE
Women’s Bodybuilding Championships by Denie 5
IFBB Cal. Grand Prix by On Location Reporters 12
IFBB Pa. Grand Prix by On Location Reporters 24
AAU Eastern Seaboard Classic by On Location Reporters 32
MUSCLE WORLD
World News and Events by MTI Reporters 8
Curves and Peaks by Doris Barrilleaux 9
BUILDING
My Shoulder Routine by Dave Spector 15
Frank Calta—Part II by Doris Barrilleaux 17
“The Torch” Trains Chest by Denie 26
Cable Scott Curls by Dan Lurie 28
The Pain Barrier by Dave Williams 33
CHAMPIONS
Introducing: Robin Parilla by Deacon Barry 16
The Enigma of Boyer Coe – MTI Profile 19
Ron Teufel: No Mistakes This Year by Denie 20
Gary Leonard by Denie 67
EDITORIAL
Women’s Bodybuilding by Bob Goldman & Denie 23
NUTRITION
Let’s Make Sense by Dr. Robert Sorge 24
SEMINAR
More Grymko by Roger Metz 34
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Natural Steroids from Co-ed Training by Denie 39
Proper Breathing for Weight Training by Bill Pearl 62
HEALTH AND FITNESS
President Carter Reported by Doris Barrilleaux 70
Cover Note:
Cover features Ron Teufel, previewed as a top contender for the Mr. America title in Santa Monica. Photo by Denie. Inset shows April Nicotra and Robby Robinson at the World Couples event in Atlantic City, photo by Doris Barrilleaux.
This issue offers a comprehensive look at bodybuilding’s competitive landscape in 1980, blending contest coverage, athlete profiles, and advanced training science. With standout features on Ron Teufel, Boyer Coe, Gary Leonard, and April Nicotra, it remains a valuable and collectible edition for bodybuilding historians and vintage fitness magazine enthusiasts.




