Professional Bodybuilding

By CodyFebles

  • International Federation of Bodybuilders (IFBB) created

    International Federation of Bodybuilders (IFBB) created
    Joe and Ben Weider started this

  • First Mr. Universe competition

    First Mr. Universe competition
    First ever bodybuilding competition. Designed to be won twice at most, and for amateurs

  • First Mr. Olympia Competition

    First Mr. Olympia Competition
    Larry Scott won the first Mr. Olympia Competition. Designed to be won as many times as possible.
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    Arnold Schwarzenegger

    The forefather of modern Bodybuilding. 7 time Mr. Olympia Champion

  • Pumping Iron!

    Pumping Iron!
    Arnold Schwarzennegger won this Olympia against Lou Ferignio

  • Arnold Returns!

    Arnold Returns!
    Arnold wins Mr. Olympia Competition after 5 year Hiatus

  • First Arnold Classic Competition

    First Arnold Classic Competition
    Rich Gaspari wins 1st Arnold Classic Professional Bodybuilding competition.
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    Ronnie Coleman

    8 time Mr. Olympia Champion! Tied for most wins with Lee Haney