Sixty-five years ago, Muscle & Fitness was born. Over the ensuing decades, the magazine took root in the hearts and minds of millions. Join us as we look back at the history of this great publication and celebrate the 20 most incredible physiques the world has ever known.
By Shawn Perine
*This article appeared in the July 2004 issue of MUSCLE & FITNESS and is reprinted here with the kind courtesy of
Peter McGough, Group Editorial Director, Muscle & Fitness and FLEX.
5 Comments to “The 20 Greatest Physiques Of The Past 65 Years”
good but we forget one of the best bodybuilder all the time his name Mohamed Makkawy.
By najeeb on Jul 3, 2008 at 1:50 pm
The 1st Mr.Universe 1947 Steve Stanko is missing from top 20, o boy.
By Louis Pol on Jul 6, 2008 at 7:16 am
Where’s JCG (John Grimek)?
By rfd on Jul 6, 2008 at 6:15 pm
Arnold and Sergio were the best in my opinion.
By Angel Oliva on Jul 24, 2008 at 9:47 am
Steve Reeves was the best of all. An ancient Greek statue.
By Simeon Dermentzidis on Jul 30, 2008 at 1:57 pm