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Natural Bodybuilding Magazine October 1981 Vol. 1 No. 1 – Chester Yorton (No Label)
This October 1981 premiere issue of Natural Bodybuilding Magazine (Volume 1, Number 1) features Chester “Chet” Yorton, the pioneering “Father of Natural Bodybuilding.” This debut edition marks a historic milestone in the sport’s evolution — showcasing athletes who built their physiques without steroids, while promoting the philosophy and integrity of natural competition.
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Table of Contents
FEATURES
8 Lou Ferrigno Speaks Out for Natural Bodybuilding
Photos and coverage of television’s Incredible Hulk, Lou Ferrigno, at the PRO–AM NBA Championships.
10 How the Steroid Test Really Works
By Dr. Robert C. Naumann
Explains how modern testing can detect steroid use up to six months prior.
16 NBA Central Regionals
By Mark Sorell
Full coverage of the top naturals from the Central U.S.
19 The Best with the Test — The Eastern Regionals
By Cam Sciotti
A detailed account of the first non-steroid, blood-tested physique contest on the East Coast.
22 The Pro-Am Professor — The Western Regionals
By Artie Dillon
Coverage of the Western Regional and Natural Miss Nevada contests leading up to the Nationals.
PREMIERE ISSUE SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT — 1980–81 REIGNING NATURAL CHAMPIONS (Pages 25–43)
26 View from in Front
By Mike Dayton — The head judge recounts the event that reshaped bodybuilding.
30 Natural Miss America
By Laura Dayton & Leigh Bailey — Commentary and results of the first national NBA Women’s Physique Competition.
33 The Professional Line Up
By Art Dillon — Full coverage of The Magnificent Seven: Rod Koontz, Steve Walter, Rod Mangum, Mike Katz, Manie Pluton, Nathan LeBlanc, and Robert Taylor.
40 The Classes with Class
By Art Dillon — Amateurs, Past-40, and Teenage Division national champions.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
44 Pumping Pills
By Mitch Snow — A frank, revealing look at the impact of drugs on bodybuilding.
47 Master Training for the America
By Dave Updike — Tips from the Pro-Am Past-40 Natural Mr. America.
48 100% Natural Advice on Beginning Bodybuilding
By Chuck Buser — Sound guidance and training tips for beginners.
50 Interview: 13 Years of Insanity
By Chet Yorton — Yorton discusses his crusade against steroids in this 1976 landmark interview.
52 Steve Reeves Pictorial
Rare photos celebrating the legendary natural icon.
56 Nutrition — The Battle Against Fat
Simple dietary adjustments to improve physique and health.
61 The Battle Continues: AAU vs. NBA
Two perspectives on organizational reactions to the natural bodybuilding movement.
69 Ten Giant Steps to Going Natural
By Don Ross — Practical advice for weaning off steroids with minimal muscle loss.
DEPARTMENTS
1 Editorial: Natural Bodybuilding Is Back — By Mike Dayton
2 People: News and natural gossip about bodybuilding’s biggest names
5 Editorial: A New Beginning Naturally — By Chet Yorton
12 Point of View: Goals for the Woman Bodybuilder — By Laura Dayton
58 Speaking Out: Another Bodybuilding Rip-Off? — By Chet Yorton
62 NBA Calendar of Events: Upcoming natural competitions and contact info
65 Letters from Natural Bodybuilding Supporters
71 Classified Advertising
A historic first issue that established the foundation of the Natural Bodybuilding Association (NBA) and solidified Chet Yorton’s enduring legacy in promoting a clean, ethical approach to the sport.