Muscular Development Magazine – November 1985 (Vol. 22, No. 6) – Samir Bannout Cover – Very Good Condition
This November 1985 issue of Muscular Development features Samir Bannout, the 1983 Mr. Olympia, on the cover. The magazine is in very good condition, showing only minor edge wear typical of its vintage. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive.
Stored in a plastic protective sleeve, this issue has been carefully preserved. Please review photos for condition. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Table of Contents
FEATURES
18 QUEEN OF THE BENCH PRESS
By Tim Allen
The strongest woman on the bench reveals her powerful training philosophy and strength-building techniques.
22 JULIE McNEW UPDATE
A spotlight on one of the sport’s most respected female bodybuilders as she contemplates a return to competition.
26 JACKITY-JACKIN’ WITH THE MYTH
By Redd Hall, Ph.D.
The legendary Sergio Oliva—“The Myth”—discusses the intangible aspects of bodybuilding success in his own unmistakable style.
30 BODYBUILDING’S “SWITCH-HITTERS”
By Al Antuck
A revealing look at competitors who navigate both sides of the bodybuilding political spectrum—and how it affects their careers.
36 THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF SAMIR BANNOUT
By Laurie Bannout
A personal and candid account detailing Samir Bannout’s professional challenges, including his falling out with bodybuilding’s most famous promoter, the “Master Blaster” himself.
40 BETTER BODIES’ BASH
By Al Antuck
Top physique celebrities gather in New York City for a star-studded charity event benefiting the fight against Muscular Dystrophy.
48 PUMPING IRON II PROMO
By Rosemary Hallum, Ph.D.
A behind-the-scenes look at the promotion of Pumping Iron II: The Women, featuring Rachel McLish and Kris Alexander energizing San Francisco’s fitness elite.
60 UNDER THE LIGHTS
By Russ Warner & Redd Hall, Ph.D.
Formerly the Posing Platform, this new column combines Warner’s photographic mastery and Hall’s insight to offer top-tier posing guidance for competitors.
73 BODYTALK with Jeff King
A modernized evolution of the classic Training Problems section—Jeff King, 1983 Mr. America and Mr. Universe, answers reader questions on training, nutrition, and performance plateaus.
This issue captures mid-1980s bodybuilding at its dramatic peak, highlighting stars like Samir Bannout, Sergio Oliva, Rachel McLish, and Jeff King, alongside cultural touchpoints like Pumping Iron II.
A must-have for fans of classic bodybuilding history and collectors of vintage Muscular Development magazines.