of sportsmanship and bodybuilding in general. 1991 Mr. Olympia - Prejudging & Finals PICS!!! Riding the escalator down to the sprawling grounds I spotted the first competitor, Bob Paris, coming up. 8 Thierry Pastel – France The “look” that Arnold had, that Sergio possessed and Lee Haney personified came from more than just training. “Joe Weider’s 1991 Mr. Olympia” appeared as “now on sale” and the VIP ticket was sold. Have you ever felt like a worn out pair of jeans and greasy T-shirt next to an Armani suit? It also marked the end of and era and the birth of a new one. His presentation was power shot after power shot which was fitting for him but a long posing lesson from Labrada or Ray would not have hurt by any means. “In fifth place…. After all he was the first pro I ever saw in person in the summer of 1977 at Golds in Santa Monica and at the time thought he was someone who had come from outer space, it just wasn’t possible for a human being to look like that! Another story for another time. The next day I relaxed at one of the cabanas, my return flight wasn’t scheduled until later that day. Over all his body gave a very angular appearance. Taken through the mandatories that we saw in the prejudging the anticipation built. As he stepped out, the audience sounded as if their breath had been knocked out of them. Nimrod King, Francois Befatto ( flowing muscular grace), then the “Dragon Slayer” Rich Gaspari. One of the best ever! First row, center section! That was until I spied Francois Benfatto soaking up the Florida sunshine with a group of friends. Achim Albrecht - Wikipedia But for this shinning moment, it was Lee Haney! I was amazed at just how small of stature he was . There was Albert Beckles, I was compelled to ask him if Moses really did look like Charlton Heston…. I was working for American Sports Network, and the company was producing the one-hour ESPN special for the 1991 Mr. Olympia. 1983 Grand Prix Sweden, 2nd 9. Following Shawn Ray was Bob Paris. The youngest Olympia winner was 23-year-old Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1970. Even prior to the announcement he had held up three fingers knowing where he would place. Stunning and majestic, the new jewel in the Disney World Resort crown this was the site for the upcoming historical battlefield. After taking a quick ferry ride to Disney World to pick up additional film I entered the huge hall where the contest was being held. Lee Haney (born November 11, 1959 in Spartanburg, South Carolina) is a former American IFBB professional bodybuilder. Mohamed El Eman (Russia), 4. She asked if I would take a picture if she asked him which I gladly obliged. Still a valiant effort and classic routine. he set new standards in size as the the first Mr, OLYMPIA at 250 lbs to have a body condition with super low body fat and very high muscle density. It was hard not to admire all equally. 11 Ron Love – USA To me personally Bob personified what I’ve always considered the ideal physique,the build I would most want to emulate. He was 53 years old. 1983 Grand Prix England, 2nd 7. Mike Matarazzo – USA Again, alone unbeatable! I had seen Haney win his third Olympia in 1986 and I along with one of my closest friends made the Men’s Pro World (Later to become the Arnold Classic) an annual pilgrimage. 1983 Mr. Olympia, 3rd 12. I was safe until I recognized a voice,raised my head and here comes Lee Labrada surrounded by fans making a bee line for my location and stopped right beside my lounge chair to answer some questions. I was safe until I recognized a voice,raised my head and here comes Lee Labrada surrounded by fans making a bee line for my location and stopped right beside my lounge chair to answer some questions. The battle was for the remaining places. The warriors stood, sweat dripping, thickly muscled chests longing for air from the exhaustion that comes from posing with every fiber you have. Sonny was impressive. His routine was the highlight of the posing presentations. Now let me say right now just how intimidating it is to venture out in a pool area of a resort that is hosting the best physiques in the world in a pair of swimming trunks. But the one thing that really struck me was the respect he showed reigning champ Lee Haney. My eyes scanning left and right trying to take it all in as quick as I could. The 1991 Mr. Olympia contest was an IFBB professional bodybuilding competition held in September. Lee’s work was easy that morning because the contest was clearly for second place. He politely excused himself from the gaggle of fans and asked to have some privacy and continued on seeking his own remote destination. Rich had set the standards of conditioning and done more with his physique than any other competitor, defying any genetic limitations that would discourage most. Tenth was Gaspari, ninth: Achim Albrecht, eighth:Thierry Pastel, and seventh:Benfatto. I called with speedy precision and connected with the agent who took all the needed. While thousands cheered the man, he humbled himself before his creator. He seemed flattered when I told him my thoughts on the previous nights performance and said it was “an honor to be on the same stage with Lee Haney”. Official Joe Weider bodybuilding and weightlifting videos, including Mr. Olympia and Ms. Olympia bodybuilding competitions bodybuilders ronnie coleman, jay cutler, nasser el sonbaty, shawn ray, lee priest, mr olympia bodybuilders ... 1991 Mr. Olympia (VHS) [91MRO] $34.95 $25.00 Whoops, you're not connected to MailChimp. Everyone left the stage except Haney so that he could bask in the glory that was his. I know he was trying something new but this was not the place to take that kind of a chance when placing is at stake. Never had the bodybuilding world seen someone who brought all the elements together. Bob Paris, Lee Labrada and Francois Benfatto together on stage. As she waved the Polaroid in her hands, as most do thinking it will speed the development process, I filled her in on the show as she had not a clue to what had actually went on that weekend. I know he was trying something new but this was not the place to take that kind of a chance when placing is at stake. But here was this man, now proven to be the best bodybuilder in history, without a word kneel down on a bended knee and bowed head to give thanks in his own way. Geir Borgen Paulsen – Norway I overheard him say that “right now I’m just holding a little water”. 8 times the title of Mr. Olympia went to this man, and how fitting that this was the best he had ever looked. Posing has never been Robby’s strong suit but to see this man still on the stage was awe inspiring. You could not put anymore muscle on his frame without deterring from the perfection he had achieved. On page 8 there was a picture of Dorian Yates and …. Thread Tools. 1983 World Pro Champi… His passion for bodybuilding led him to work countless hours mastering is posing and transitions. On the way back I found Samir Bannout holding court among fans and graciously answering questions. 5 Shawn Ray – USA Quickly checking in, unpacking, changing clothes I set out to survey my surroundings and start soaking up the energy that was slowly building like an impending storm. Lionel Beyeke (France), 3 We exchanged general pleasantries and how much we both looked forward to the show. As the old saying goes “Good things really do come to those who wait” and like a kid waiting for Christmas morning my departure date finally arrived. Haney is the joint record holder, along with Ronnie Coleman, for winning the most Mr. Olympia titles, with eight. He is the biggest of the professional bodybuilders and when beside him makes all other bodybuilders look small. Marc Hector (UK), 3. Another story for another time. With those three and me so close to the stage to say I was humbled would be a vast understatement. He politely excused himself from the gaggle of fans and asked to have some. privacy and continued on seeking his own remote destination. My respect to him for not bowing to standards that were on the horizon of more mass for mass sake. 1983 Grand Prix Switzerland, 3rd 10. Clearly he was disappointed and it was written all over his face. The ageless Albert Beckles and former Mr. Olympia Samir Bannout not making the cut? I knew I would be witnessing bodybuilding history and that was my goal. To the casual observer no one would mistake him for a professional bodybuilder. This was the first time for his “Terminator” routine and it brought the house down. In a sport that is basically all about the individual, egos can sometimes get in the way of acknowledging greatness in others. What a representative. For the first time Haney was up against someone the same size as him. Just shows the depth of this competitive field. One can only imagine the disappointment that must go through a competitor’s mind at this level when so much is sacrificed just to be able to compete. Haney wins again in his 8th and final Mr. Olympia victory, and a blond British newcomer takes 2nd. Now let me say right now just how intimidating it is to venture out in a pool area of a resort that is hosting the best physiques in the world in a pair of swimming trunks. And then there was Lee Haney. It was the 12th Ms. Olympia competition held. There was Albert Beckles, I was compelled to ask him if Moses really did look like Charlton Heston…. This Is A History Of Fitness Website Dedicated to the Werid and Wonderful World Of Lifting. Later that weekend alone on the stage as he went through his posing routine with the grace and polish of a world class athlete he was larger than life. There was a collective sigh from the entire female contingency when those three took center stage in comparisons. Never had such a back been seen before. After racking up 8 consecutive Mr. Olympia wins (besting Arnold’s record), Haney retired at the age of 31. Dorian Yates was seated with Gary Bartlett of Musclemag International at a small table directly behind me. One can only imagine the disappointment that must go through a competitor’s mind at this level when so much is sacrificed just to be able to compete. Any class from any contest - yours to post anywhere. Dorian has won 6 Mr. Olympia’s in a row. Lionel Beyeke (France), 3 He must be somebody important to be able to take a front row seat!” No one actually needed to know I was just fast on the telephone keypad with a yet to be maxed out credit card waiting. When Frank Zane won his Mr. Olympia titles, there were weight divisions in pro bodybuilding for men. No matter what the cost I wasn’t about to miss this moment in time. Lee Haney (1), Dorian Yates (2), Vince Taylor (3), Lee Labrada (4), Shawn Ray (5), Sonny Schmidt (6), Francis Benfatto (7), Thierry Pastel (8), Achim Albrecht (9), Rich Gaspari (10), Ron Love (11), Bob Paris (12), Robby Robinson (13), Renel Janvier (14), Nimrod King (15). 1979 Canada Pro Cup – N/A 7. He was the only man to compete in the first three Mr. Olympia contests. Two of those bodybuilders, Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman, co-hold the record for the most victories at eight apiece. Prejudging began! My respect to him for not bowing to standards that were on the horizon of more mass for mass sake. I thought a great showing. As a footnote, 5 years after my trip to Florida I picked up a copy of Musclemag International April 1996 #166. Following Shawn Ray was Bob Paris. At such a young age I wondered what he would show the bodybuilding world in the future, it only looked bright. 1982 World Amateur Championships Heavyweight, 1st 6. I wanted to butt in and say “just hang around a little longer and that won’t be a problem”. 1977 Mr. International, Middleweight – 2nd 4. 14 Renel Janvier – USA And then there was Lee Haney. Milos Sarcev – Serbia “Sixth place…Sonny Schmidt”, a generous round of boos but no argument from my viewpoint. 1979 W… After racking up 8 consecutive Mr. Olympia wins (besting Arnold’s record), Haney retired at the age of 31. It is rather an undeniable destiny that was given to these men at birth. “In fourth Place…(even longer pause) Lee Labrada”. The Bartender asked who he was and I told her , “His name is Dorian Yates, he was second place last night…and should do well in the future” Somewhat an understatement in hindsight don’t you think? As muscular as he was, Shawn was not a big man so he had to compete against heavyweights like Lee Haney. Waiting for that September when I would fly down to Orlando took six months and my anticipation grew with each passing day. Flawless, dramatic posing that was the blueprint that all others should learn from. Sadly Rich’s time was passing and the bar that he had set was. Next was Lee Labrada. The record number of wins is eight, held by Lee Haney (1984–1991) and Ronnie Coleman (1998–2005). Chills ran down my spine at the magnitude of the moment. Mr. Olympia was created in 1965 by the late Joe Weider, the father of bodybuilding, to determine who was the greatest bodybuilder on the planet. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Andreas Munzer – Austria Pro Contest were nothing new to me so I wouldn’t be sporting the slack jawed amazement that I had upon first encountering a professional bodybuilding show. Posing has never been Robby’s strong suit but to see this man still on the stage was awe inspiring. “In second place…..Dorian Yates”, Lee Haney threw both arms skyward as his family who was seated immediately to my left joined the thunderous applause and that the entire auditorium exploded into. 1 Lee Haney – USA The youngest Mr. Olympia competitor was Harold Pool in 1965, who was 21 years old. You need to enter a valid MailChimp API key. 4 Lee Labrada – USA 1991 Mr. Olympia (Historic DVD) (Dual price US$39.95 or A$55.95) LEE HANEY BREAKS THE RECORD! Looking back now on that weekend I realize that given the current state of competition today, Haney’s eighth Sandow was only part of the history that was made. Ron Love, Rich Gaspari, Shawn Ray, Vince Taylor and the new kid on the block Mike Matarazzo. 1975 Mr. South Carolina 2. I had met Bob the year before at the Arnold Classic when we had a pre-arranged meeting to view my portfolio. This was better that my vivid imagination had even projected into my mind’s eye. In a sport that is basically all about the individual, egos can sometimes get in the way of acknowledging greatness in others. Well, hats off to Vince Taylor. I sat poised watching the clock with my finger in the ready position. Sentences for 1991 Mr. Olympia He competed in the 1991 Mr. Olympia contest (placing ninth) and in the 1992 Arnold Classic contest (placing fourth). After all I wasn’t there to watch Larry Scott retire after his second Olympia win and I could only watch on worn out videotape Arnold’s retirement speech in South Africa. Haney would turn and hit a lat spread that seemed to take up the stage. Nimrod King, Francois Befatto ( flowing muscular grace), then the “Dragon, Slayer” Rich Gaspari. Shawn Ray took the stage next and what I said about Labrada also applies here (except the nickname). He marched to the beat of his own artistic vision. This was the first time for his “Terminator” routine and it brought the house down. 8 Lee Haney (1984-1991) Rick Diamond Getty Images. Shipped with USPS First Class Package. 1991 Mr. Olympia (DVD) LEE HANEY BREAKS THE RECORD! Theo Leguerrier (France), 6. Lee Haney – Mr. Olympia 1984-1991. Lee Haney (born November 11, 1959 in Spartanburg, South Carolina) is a former American IFBB professional bodybuilder. With those three and me so close to the stage to say I was humbled would be a vast understatement. What a representative of sportsmanship and bodybuilding in general. Very wide thick shoulder’s with a tremendous V-taper. Next up was the legendary Robby Robinson, who inspired Haney growing up. Lee “Total-Lee Awesome” Haney’s IFBB Mr. Olympia career comprises a catalog of superlatives: he won more IFBB Mr. Olympia’s … Over 25 years ago Lee Labrada competed in the 1991 Mr. Olympia contest. Haney continued to be active in public life after his retirement from bodybuilding. Pose after pose each showing their best. Acheim Albrecht, Thierry Pastel (abs carved out of granite with a very sharp chisel! and my anticipation grew with each passing day. I had the opportunity to talk with Vince the following day after he had knelt down to converse with Mike Matarazzo’s father who was wheelchair bound assuring the man of the bright future his son had in the sport. Masterful posing! For the first time Haney was up against someone the same size as him. 1991 Mr Olympia Results . He wasn’t as sharp as in years past and didn’t show the conditioning that is required at this level. Now it was warm leaving Nashville but when I stepped off the plane in Florida the humidity was so thick it was as if someone had stuffed a gym sock in my mouth and told me to breathe. This truly is an historic video! It just was their relentless assault on perfecting what they already had. “In third place… Vince Taylor” was greeted by a chorus of the boo birds but Vince waved them off saying “it’s Ok, it’s Ok”. After taking a quick ferry ride to Disney World to pick up additional film I entered the huge hall where the contest was being held. See the main stars Lee Haney (1), Dorian Yates (2), Vince Taylor (3), Lee Labrada (4), Shawn Ray (5), Sonny Schmidt (6), Francis Benfatto (7), Thierry Pastel (8), Achim Albrecht (9), Rich Gaspari (10), Ron Love (11), Bob Paris (12), Robby Robinson (13), Renel Janvier (14), Nimrod King (15). 1991 Ms Olympia Contest Results. The warriors stood, sweat dripping, thickly muscled chests longing for air from the exhaustion that comes from posing with every fiber you have. now achieved by others. I only knew of him from coverage of his “Night of the Champions” victory. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. If any competitor showed up with water retention it would be a mystery how in that oppressive humidity. His legs stood out as pillars of strength. There was the new threat to the title Dorian Yates. This was better that my vivid imagination had even projected into my mind’s eye. J.J. Marsh – USA Schmidt, Ray, Labrada, Taylor, Yates and Haney stood in the clearing dust of competition. “Joe Weider’s 1991, show. By the age of 32, in 1991, Lee had become one of the greatest bodybuilders in the history of the sport. Next up was the legendary Robby Robinson, who inspired Haney growing up. We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. Albert Beckles – Barbados LEE HANEY BREAKS THE RECORD! On page 8 there was a picture of Dorian Yates and …. 6 Sonny Schmidt – Australia The one thing that stood out was that is was unfortunate that there “had” to be comparisons among the competitors. So needless to say I sought out the most isolated spot I could find. Then the announcer’s voice boomed through the sound system “Pose down!”. Held annually in Las Vegas, tickets and sponsorships for the Olympia Expo and the Mr. Olympia contest are now available. Not near perfection he was perfection. This truly is an historic video! Order a video file of any class FROM ANY CONTEST PRODUCED BY GMV. “Thank you!” I whispered as I gazed heavenward. It would be like following up Pavarotti with Karaoke. Between Dorian’s flexed arm and head there I sat! Jockeying for position and stage dominance the battle ensued. Ms Olympia 1991 Winner Lenda Murray. Shipping and handling. The presentation was flawless and dramatic and ended with Lee leaving the stage shouting “Number 1” while he pumped his hand into the air with his 1000 megawatt smile illuminating the auditorium. Haney wins again in his 8th and final Mr. Olympia victory, and a blond British newcomer takes 2nd. The 1991 Ms. Olympia contest was an IFBB professional bodybuilding competition was held on October 12 and 13, 1991 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California. Since then, a total of only 14 bodybuilders have won the coveted Sandow trophy and earned the title of Mr. Olympia. Official Joe Weider bodybuilding and weightlifting videos, including Mr. Olympia and Ms. Olympia bodybuilding competitions bodybuilders ronnie coleman, jay cutler, nasser el sonbaty, shawn ray, lee priest, mr olympia bodybuilders ... 1991 Mr. Olympia (DVD) [91MDV] $39.95 $25.00 He currently runs a religious mentorship summer program, Haney’s Harvest House , and has a radio program called “TotaLee Fit with Lee Haney” on the Trinity Broadcasting Network. I must admit I felt like I had an inside track as I made my way all the way to the front, pass the press pit, to my. 1982 Nationals Heavyweight & Overall, 1st 5. Arnold: The Education of a Bodybuilder (Book). On the other side the bartender with polaroid in hand! But of course this is a competition, not an exhibition and the top of the mountain at that. [ FHD ] Lee Haney - 1991 Mr.Olympia if Lee Haney had not retired and competed with Dorian in 1993, who would have won? 13 Robby Robinson – USA Alone he would seem unbeatable, as most of the competitors would. Dorian Yates came into the contest at 5-foot-11 and weighing in at 245 pounds. Physical Culture Study is a Website Dedicated to the Study of Strength, Health, Fitness and Sport Across Centuries, Countries and Contests. Dorian Yates – Mr. Olympia 1992-1997. Joe Weider’s Fitness and Performance Weekend, the most prestigious fitness industry showcase event in the world. How do you follow such a presentation? (dramatic pause, I hate when they do that) Shawn Ray”. I boarded the plane and settled in my right side aisle seat and one row up on the left isle seat sat Bob Kennedy of “Musclemag International”. As much “quality” mass that could be aesthetically put on a man with an unbelievably tiny waist and slim hips to flaring legs, this was the personification of every judging criteria. It just was their relentless assault on perfecting what they already had. But noticing he wasn’t really perspiring and that I was the one in full excretory function overload I figured advice to a former Mr. Olympia from a dripping hillbilly would have been taken with a grain of salt. 12 Bob Paris – USA POINTS: (top 3 qualify) Vlad Sukhourchko (Ukraine), 6. I’ve seen his past routines that were mesmerizing but this was not suited to his physique. I must admit I felt like I had an inside track as I made my way all the way to the front, pass the press pit, to my seat settled about the 40 yard line…on the front row! Arthur Saxon Approves. Haney wins again and a blond British newcomer takes 2nd. In October1984, a month before he turned 25, he was Mr. Olympia and would win the title a total of eight times before he retired after the 1991 event aged 31. seat settled about the 40 yard line…on the front row! I’d been working on the American Muscle Magazine show since January, so I’d already seen some of the competitors in person and met a few. 1979 Best in the World, Amateur – 1st 6. Albert Beckles, Samir Bannout, Milos Sarcev, Joe Dawson, Frank Hillebrand, Pavol Jablonicky, Mike Matarazzo, Geir Borgan Paulsen and Tom Terwilliger did make the cut and did not pose in the evening show. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! In passing I wished him good luck regardless. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Last. I recognized the shirt that he had on was the same one I saw him wearing that day at the cabana. Being the sportsman that he is he managed a smile and acknowledgment to the audience. It is rather an undeniable destiny that was given to these men at birth. 7 Francis Benfatto – France Next was the heir apparent Dorian Yates. information and we both waited for the event to come up on the computer screen. Each era had it’s own astonishment, from Sergio in the late sixties, to Arnold in the seventies. re: 1991 mr olympia « Reply #5 on: October 19, 2009, 11:58:26 AM » HANEY was great that yr,had best legs of his career,dorian was a bit outsized at that point,92 dorian whole different story. But the one thing that really struck me was the respect he showed reigning champ Lee Haney. The next morning I greeted the day with an all knowing smile realizing that in only a few short hours I would be entering an arena that in years to come would be forever engraved in my mind. Relaxed and seemingly without a care in the world. He seemed flattered when I told him my thoughts on the previous nights performance and said it was “an honor to be on the same stage with Lee Haney”. Theo Leguerrier (France), 6. I just had such an admiration off what was presented on that morning stage, I knew the sacrifice, dedication and risk that it took to get to that pinnacle of achievement and supreme. 15 Nimrod King –  Canada 1991 Mr. Olympia (Download) AUD $ 15.00 1991 Ms. Olympia (Download) AUD $ 15.00 Dorian Yates – Blood & Guts: 15th Anniversary Edition (DVD) AUD $ 39.95 No one doubted the outcome of the contest. So needless to say I sought out the most isolated spot I could find. “Mass with Class” his motto, how apt. Haney wins again and a blond British newcomer takes 2nd. Samir Bannout – USA Schmidt, Ray, Labrada, Taylor, Yates and Haney stood in the clearing dust of competition. For more search options. 1. He retired from bodybuilding in 1991 after winning Mr. Olympia for the final time. 1983 Grand Prix Las Vegas, 1st 8. 10 Rich Gaspari – USA At that point I knew any contest I would see the rest of my days would pale in comparison to the events that I had just witnessed. All I could think was “Please God…make him move on!” The last thing I wanted was for a picture to show up in one of the magazines as a before and after scenario! Email wayne@gmv.com.au for details. Mr. Olympia 1984-1991 From 1984-1991, Haney stood tall on the podium being crowned Mr. Olympia for eight consecutive years , a feat only accomplished by fellow Olympian Ronnie Coleman.

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