MTM1 193 Posted April 8 That Tom Platz squatting is incredible, would todays top pros even have the conditioning to do something similar? Maybe they do, i don't know but a lot sound out of breath just talking. The Chuck V squat looked scary as ha expecting his knees to cave any moment. Westside v the world is a good watch, some quality training in there by some pretty insane individuals. I think Serge actually looked better than Arnold, more complete. His physique looks like a piece of art. 3 PSevens2017, Kazza61 and BLUE(UK) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gymaddict1986 659 Posted April 8 4 hours ago, Kazza61 said: One of my favourite ever bodybuilding shots.... Great shot ! 1 Kazza61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTM1 193 Posted April 8 41 minutes ago, gymaddict1986 said: Great shot ! If you looked this good could you ever love anyone else!! I don't know if I could lol 1 PSevens2017 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hmgs 872 Posted April 8 5 hours ago, Kazza61 said: One of my favourite ever bodybuilding shots.... Now that’s a “Waspy” waist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kazza61 7555 Posted April 8 36 minutes ago, hmgs said: Now that’s a “Waspy” waist. Here's an even 'waspier' one. Brian Buchanan. 3 gymaddict1986, BLUE(UK) and hmgs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUE(UK) 13656 Posted April 8 1 hour ago, Kazza61 said: Here's an even 'waspier' one. Brian Buchanan. Arm to waist ratio. 3 Kazza61, gymaddict1986 and hmgs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gymaddict1986 659 Posted April 8 Tom platz still got the wheels At age 65 Calls them left overs I believe. Always loved this guys passion . Very motivating 2 Kazza61 and BLUE(UK) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kazza61 7555 Posted April 8 51 minutes ago, BLUE(UK) said: Arm to waist ratio. I saw him compete in the Junior Mr Britain many years ago. He was so confident that when he came out for his posing routine he ambled onto the stage and simply held up his fore finger as if to say "I'm No.1" then walked straight off again. The compare (NABBA president Oscar Heidenstam) dryly said "let's hope he makes top 10 or that's going to be embarrassing". Of course he won and even though he was only a junior he could probably have taken the Mister contest too. He had so much potential it was unreal. He won NABBA Universe having lived on a diet of only fish for the 12 weeks leading up to the contest. The other competitors said he absolutely stunk! Unfortunately he didn't make the mark on the IFBB he should have - probably not helped by being so associated with NABBA. He eventually retired to run his own gym in Australia. Just a very short clip highlights that tiny waist here: 2 gymaddict1986 and BLUE(UK) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUE(UK) 13656 Posted April 8 Just now, gymaddict1986 said: Tom platz still got the wheels At age 65 Calls them left over I believe I had his Pro Style Bodybuilding book years ago, I also had one by Vince Gironda and I think I had Beyond Brawn as well as Arnies Encyclopaedia of BB. I also had a pile of old magazines all of which were given to me. Platz always amazed me with his feats of squat strength(for reps in particular). 1 PSevens2017 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUE(UK) 13656 Posted April 8 4 minutes ago, Kazza61 said: I saw him compete in the Junior Mr Britain many years ago. He was so confident that when he came out for his posing routine he ambled onto the stage and simply held up his fore finger as if to say "I'm No.1" then walked straight off again. The compare (NABBA president Oscar Heidenstam) dryly said "let's hope he makes top 10 or that's going to be embarrassing". Of course he won and even though he was only a junior he could probably have taken the Mister contest too. He had so much potential it was unreal. He won NABBA Universe having lived on a diet of only fish for the 12 weeks leading up to the contest. The other competitors said he absolutely stunk! Unfortunately he didn't make the mark on the IFBB he should have - probably not helped by being so associated with NABBA. He eventually retired to run his own gym in Australia. Interesting info. Again, i enjoyed reading this like your earlier post. Thanks. 2 hmgs and Kazza61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gymaddict1986 659 Posted April 8 3 minutes ago, BLUE(UK) said: I had his Pro Style Bodybuilding book years ago, I also had one by Vince Gironda and I think I had Beyond Brawn as well as Arnies Encyclopaedia of BB. I also had a pile of old magazines all of which were given to me. Platz always amazed me with his feats of squat strength(for reps in particular). You mean this one , I have the Arnold encyclopaedia also , but is the newer edition without Bertile fox . Both great reads . Platz had a incredible mind set , not many like that today . Quite a few videos on YouTube of him training pros 3 Kazza61, PSevens2017 and BLUE(UK) reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hmgs 872 Posted April 8 (edited) 28 minutes ago, Kazza61 said: Just a very short clip highlights that tiny waist here: Who wouldn’t want a physique like that? Maybe a bit drier, but close to ideal for me. Edited April 8 by hmgs +1 for kazza’s commentary 1 Kazza61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLUE(UK) 13656 Posted April 8 1 hour ago, gymaddict1986 said: You mean this one , I have the Arnold encyclopaedia also , but is the newer edition without Bertile fox . Both great reads . Platz had a incredible mind set , not many like that today . Quite a few videos on YouTube of him training pros Yeah that’s the one. 1 gymaddict1986 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hmgs 872 Posted April 8 1 hour ago, gymaddict1986 said: You mean this one , I have the Arnold encyclopaedia also , but is the newer edition without Bertile fox . Both great reads . Platz had a incredible mind set , not many like that today . Quite a few videos on YouTube of him training pros Anyone got a pdf link for it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gymaddict1986 659 Posted April 8 16 minutes ago, hmgs said: Anyone got a pdf link for it? It may be on https://www.scribd.com/ Have read a lot of books on there . Some good ones by Jordan peters on there also Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cronus 1735 Posted April 10 Real talk https://www.instagram.com/reel/CM98uifJ7XW/?igshid=xjqdyfeiqlup 1 gymaddict1986 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PSevens2017 3890 Posted April 10 On 08/04/2021 at 1:25 PM, Kazza61 said: One of my favourite ever bodybuilding shots.... Great shot. Incredible physique. 1 Kazza61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PSevens2017 3890 Posted April 10 On 08/04/2021 at 9:44 PM, gymaddict1986 said: Tom platz still got the wheels At age 65 Calls them left overs I believe. Always loved this guys passion . Very motivating The Quadfather Brilliant. Awesome legs. Really quick posing routine too. 1 gymaddict1986 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PSevens2017 3890 Posted April 10 On 08/04/2021 at 9:46 PM, Kazza61 said: I saw him compete in the Junior Mr Britain many years ago. He was so confident that when he came out for his posing routine he ambled onto the stage and simply held up his fore finger as if to say "I'm No.1" then walked straight off again. The compare (NABBA president Oscar Heidenstam) dryly said "let's hope he makes top 10 or that's going to be embarrassing". Of course he won and even though he was only a junior he could probably have taken the Mister contest too. He had so much potential it was unreal. He won NABBA Universe having lived on a diet of only fish for the 12 weeks leading up to the contest. The other competitors said he absolutely stunk! Unfortunately he didn't make the mark on the IFBB he should have - probably not helped by being so associated with NABBA. He eventually retired to run his own gym in Australia. Just a very short clip highlights that tiny waist here: That shot when he’s crouched down towards the end!!!!! Kin-el! Awesome. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Kazza. Much appreciated. Second what Blue said. 1 Kazza61 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
