A bodybuilding magazine launched by the creator of Mr Olympia has listed the top physiques of all time.
When thinking bodybuilding and Mr Olympia, more often than not a certain Austrian is never far from the mind. In fact, with seven titles to his name, Arnold Schwarzenegger is probably one of the first names that comes to your head.
However, for all his achievements, and raising the profile of the competition, Arnie's got company, and lots of it when it comes to impressive physical attributes. In fact all the people on the list compiled by Muscle & Fitness magazine have got where they are through hard work in and out of the gym.
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So they have narrowed down who they think are the best of the best physiques of all time.
Bob Paris
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The trailblazing bodybuilder known as 'The Flawless Marvel' was frequently hailed as the most aesthetically pleasing athlete in the history of bodybuilding.
Rising to fame in the 1980s, the 6ft Adonis showed that he was more than just a chiselled physique as he broke boundaries within the sport.
As well as being a dedicated advocate for the rights of sports stars, he was also the first male athlete to come out as gay while still competing.
Steve Reeves
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Steve Reeves, through his portrayal of Hercules, paved the way for individuals like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno to see the potential of transitioning from the stage to the silver screen.
In fact he was called "the body that launched a thousand careers." A winner of Mr. America, Mr. Universe, and Mr. World titles, his handsome features led to traffic accidents and drew crowds on busy beaches.
Jeremy Buendia
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Despite not be a household name yet, the former Men’s Physique Olympia champion has definitely been noticed enough to make the best physiques list.
Jeremy Buendia is an American professional bodybuilder who competes in the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Men's Physique Division.
In addition to participating in different bodybuilding competitions, he operates his own website where he offers fitness coaching and body transformation programs.
Lee Haney
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Lee Haney is widely regarded as one of the greatest-ever bodybuilders in the world.
The now 64-year-old champion made history when he smashed Arnold Schwarzenegger's record to become an eight-time Mr Olympia winner back in 1991.
The legendary bodybuilder could have even continued to be a lone record holder if he'd carried on competing as "nobody could come close" to his success during his eighth win.
Flex Wheeler
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A four-time Arnold Classic winner, Ken “Flex” Wheeler was described by Terminator star and fellow strongman Arnold Schwarzenegger as one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. With his amazing strength and symmetry, he was also a five-time Ironman Pro winner.
Wheeler enjoyed huge success during the 1990s, smashing his competitors out of the park at his peak and his ability to execute a complete split soon earned him the nickname Flex.
Frank Zane
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One of America’s most famous musclemen, Frank Zane has won every single one of bodybuilding's major titles including Mr Olympia and Mr Universe three times. He is one of only three men to have ever beaten Schwarzenegger in competition.
Frank was also credited with revolutionising bodybuilding after he led the way in the then-unusual use of legal nutritional supplements.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
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And sure enough considering the number of mentions he's had up to this point, Arnie made the list. Schwarzenegger's physique is still considered unmatched by many, even 40 years after his prime.
The seven-time Mr. Olympia showcased an ideal blend of size, shape, and definition.
According to Muscle & Fitness magazine even with the rise of massive bodybuilders and modern exercise techniques, his massive chest and perfectly sculpted biceps remain unparalleled.
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