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2018 Arnold Classic Preview: Biggest Stars Of Bodybuilding Set To Clash
Who's going to take the podium this year? It's anybody's guess!
Published on: Feb 9, 2018 -
Dallas McCarver, 1991-2017
The world of elite bodybuilding mourns the loss of one of its up-and-coming stars, IFBB pro Dallas McCarver.
Published on: Aug 21, 2017 -
2007 Early Season Contest Preview - Iron Man Pro.
Here is a sneak preview of the IM Pro line-up a day earlier; the press conference, where I weigh in each competitor... Get the lowdown on who is competing (or not) at this year's Iron Man Pro and who might have a shot!
Published on: Jan 17, 2007 -
Swami Sez - Rookie Top Cookie At The 2006 Nationals!
The Swami makes his predictions for the 2006 Nationals that will be taking place this November 10-11, 2006 in Miami Beach, Florida. Will Evan Centopani pull it off? Get the latest...
Published on: Oct 31, 2006 -
Gift Wrapped - Phil Heath's Auspicious Debut!
Phil Heath is seven for seven from the field on a bodybuilding stage. Here I'll discuss the controversy at the New York show and where he might place if he competes at the big dance. Check it out and see if you agree!
Published on: May 30, 2006 -
The Return Of Gary Strydom!
At 47 years old, Strydom looks better than the era when he was one of the IFBB's top stars. A brief history and what he's planning to do is included. Also see how he feels about the industry. Check it out.
Published on: Apr 23, 2006 -
Lonnie Teper's 2006 Arnold Classic Preview!
Find out right here what I predict the winners and losers will be at the 2006 Arnold Classic. This could be a tight race. Read on for the details.
Published on: Feb 27, 2006 -
The 2005 Iron Man - A Battle Between Three Powerhouses!
The 2005 Iron Man turned out to be a raging success for a rain soaked crowd. Learn more about the athletes and what the outcomes were. Learn more...
Published on: Feb 8, 2006 -
2006 Iron Man Pro Preview!
Will Priest be serving mass at the IRON MAN Pro? We will have to wait and see. This review will list some of the competitors and what some of them should bring to the show. Read on...
Published on: Feb 2, 2006 -
2005 NPC Nationals Predictions!
My predictions are in. See who I think will take the 2005 NPC Nationals and who won't. You may be surprised!
Published on: Nov 13, 2005 -
Nasty In 'Vegas: The Swami's Olympia Predictions!
Will there be changes at the 2005 Mr. Olympia next weekend? Absolutely! Will there be a new Mr. Olympia crowned. That will remain to be seen. With new rules in place you never know. Learn more...
Published on: Oct 6, 2005 -
2005 NPC USA Preview: Swami Sez - It's Heath Time!
Lonnie Teper shares his thoughts on the upcoming pro qualifying show in Las Vegas.
Published on: Jul 21, 2005 -
Paul Demayo, AKA 'Quadzilla' Laid To Rest.
It's the typical bright and sunny June 7 day in Southern California. But, writing this column is anything but cheery...
Published on: Jun 8, 2005 -
Lonnie Teper's Early Pro Season Round-Up And Awards.
Well, the first leg of the 2005 contest season is history. Find out what Lonnie Teper thinks about the four contest so far and his predictions for the rest of the year...
Published on: Apr 3, 2005 -
An Inside Look At The 2005 Ironman Pro.
The already sublime 2005 IRON MAN Pro line-up got even better last week when 'The Freakin' Rican' Gustavo Badell, announced he'll be on the Pasadena Civic Auditorium stage on February 19.
Published on: Feb 3, 2005 -
An Inside Look At Chris Cook.
Chris proved he knows a lot more than I do about what vocation to pursue. Not that there weren't bumps in the road along the way. Find out what they were and how Chris did it...
Published on: Dec 20, 2004 -
Mr. Olympia Predictions: Will It Be Seven Up For Ronnie?
I doubted Ronnie Coleman last year. Won't make the same mistake twice. I say The Big Nasty makes it seven in a row when the fella�s get together for the annual Mr. Olympia bash, set for October 30 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.
Published on: Oct 14, 2004 -
Driven: A Look In The Life Of IFBB Pro Mark Dugdale!
Coming to the plate with 198 pounds of chiseled, well-proportioned muscle on his 5'6 frame, Dugdale said bye-bye NPC, hello IFBB. Find out more about this IFBB pro, father, husband and business owner...
Published on: Aug 24, 2004 -
The Right Choice - 2004 NPC USA's Review!
Chris Cook came in with the hype. Mark Dugdale had the might. And, Will Harris finally got it right...
Published on: Jul 25, 2004