Frank Zane: Bodybuilding Secrets and How He Helped Arnold Schwarzenegger

Frank Zane agreed to this special follow-up episode of the Escape Your Limits podcast to give us even more insight into the life of a Mr. Olympia icon.
He reveals secrets of the Pumping Iron era, Gold’s Gym, and working out with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Additionally, he shares how bodybuilders helped each other out, despite their competitive nature.
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[@NorskSokkel]

One of the greatest ever, from a time when bodybuilders looked like impressively muscular, athletic human beings, and not science experiments gone wrong.

[@MikeyD22]

Great comment!

[@BangEmBeatZ]

The greatest ever he always sold the most magz when he was on the cover Arnold only passed him when he became a movie star. Weider wanted zane as the face of bodybuilding but he was not outgoing enough where Arnold loves the spotlight. He was offered the 1989 batman role too so they wouldent have to make fake muscle batman costumes

[@theredninja2817]

This is purely a guess just by looking at him but isn't she the reason why they came up with the mister men's physique completion

[@theredninja2817]

@Daryl Strawberry yeah he was only a 3 time Mr Olympia and the last man to beat Arnold Schwarzenegger

[@theredninja2817]

@Daryl Strawberry are you kidding me

[@Bobbylocs42]

Frank Zane truly had the best looking body ever in bodybuilding in my opinion.....1 of my all time favorite bodybuilders!!!!

[@davidpierce9949]

Bob Paris had a great physique

[@Bobbylocs42]

David Pierce i agree...he did...but to me....Frank still on top.

[@davidpierce9949]

@@Bobbylocs42 no argument there. Frank had a look most men would die for. Not too big but very aesthetic

[@Bobbylocs42]

David Pierce yessir....but u pointing out Paris was a good point....he was very close to that same look....they both had the science down to the “T”!!!!! Good talk!

[@dandyaniel5986]

He's physique was perfect the only bad thing is that he was short

[@seanwilliams480]

We are in the golden age of golden age bodybuilder interviews. It’s so interesting hearing directly from these living legends about their experiences 40 odd years ago.

[@112jungle]

You look jacked on profile Pic too. I bet you have some epic stories too.

[@wishbone103]

Frank Zane and Bruce Lee have always been my biggest inspiration. Even though at 73 and still lifting every time I decide to get ripped I refer to Zane and Lee for my motivation. I have never competed. Never felt I was gifted enough but I am happy just staying in shape! Long live Zane!!!!

[@rj8372]

Zane and Lee were the best 👌

[@russellm2555]

Replace Lee with Larry Scott or Reg Park

[@RobertJohnson-lb3qz]

Can I ask, what is your workout list? I’m still dealing with a long term injury and after the basic post operation rehab I plan on getting a gym membership. And I ain’t 20 anymore...

[@wishbone103]

@@RobertJohnson-lb3qz My workouts have changed a lot over the years. I am 75 and dealing with shoulder problems. Thats a game changer. I used to get cut by doing 15-12-10-8-6. 15-12-10 for muscular endurance. 12-10-8 for size. 10-8-6-6 for strength. I would cycle each routing for about a month each. For cutting I would do the 15-12-10-8-6 routine. Your 1st one or two sets are warm up only, the rest are all out work sets. Hope that helps.

[@RobertJohnson-lb3qz]

@@wishbone103 Yes thanks. I have a shoulder injury too. So you perform 7 sets for each exercise? Also, I’m going to subscribe to your channel for inspiration when I get done with the last (?) operation. 👍

[@Spades340]

I'm glad to see that he is alive.

[@jonirving5606]

I loved how Frank Zane brought a whole different physique to the stage in the Olympia back in those days. One of the true heroes of the sport.

[@obey_these_nuts_]

Frank zane brought one of the greatest physiques ever to the Mr.Olympia stage

[@bigdogbigdog1514]

obey_these_nuts NOT!

[@shack7631]

Frank was indeed one of the best Mr O's of all time. Plus he has to be the most educated. He has numerous degrees in different subjects.

[@Postermaestro]

I always wonder what kind of people thinks to write such bland comments like this

[@jerryjames9502]

Way too SKINNY...

[@Postermaestro]

@Mark Richardson ?

[@marcello22002]

Frank Zane: The most symmetrical and beautiful shape ever.

[@mazzaroth2667]

Fitness models look better man.

[@MC-td4ol]

REALLY? I guess you never heard of Arnold? NOT EVEN CLOSE!!

[@JayZoop]

@@MC-td4ol Arnold didn't have the best stomach in the world.

[@MC-td4ol]

@@JayZoop Did not matter at the time. Big, Ripped and the Poster Boy for Joe Weider.

[@donquixote...]

@@JayZoop Well, Frank's body had plenty of areas that weren't the best.

[@RayfieldA]

Young Zane was like a living Sculpture!! Like the living statue of David! A perfect symmetrical build.

[@guygraham8016]

Frank is such a legend, so interesting. More interviews with Frank.

[@vcam56]

Frank Zane, had truly that Greek god physique and sounds so humble, a true all-round winner.

[@jasonsmith5688]

I can’t stop watching Frank! Gotta be the most charismatic, philosophical, educated and knowledgeable bodybuilders ever to have lived! These interviews inspire me, think I’m in love 🥰😂💪💪

[@dougyoung4360]

Bodybuilding, archery and guitars! cool!

[@brakeme1]

Seriously!!! I thought the same👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@humanityrising9378]

Frank Zane is the "Ted Nugent" of bodybuilding.

[@tevfikobenozel1831]

Wonder if he posts any guitar videos... Would be an excellent channel.

[@kiran.rpillai1949]

Teacher too

[@kungfuman82]

"Bodybuilding, archery, and guitars" sounds like some kind of fitness/zen book that I'd be on a wait list for.

[@kentborges5114]

Arnold realized and learned from Frank that definition was crucial.

[@javisoprano1010]

I helped Arnold with his algebra homework -Frank Zane

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

”He didn’t have a clue”

[@lloydkline3265]

@@kurtvonfricken6829 Arnold smart guy

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

lloyd kline I was quoting Zane. Arnold was smart as helI I doubt he's book smart, but he is the smartest person I know of at getting what he wants.

[@renoraines4695]

@@kurtvonfricken6829 Arnold earned an AA degree from Santa Monica Community College in the late 60's. He then transferred and earned a BA degree in Business from the University of Wisconsin after he retired from competition in 1975. Also note that it must of been easy for Arnold since his friends recall him RARELY studying much.

[@ADAPTATION7]

@@renoraines4695 Probably bought his diploma.

[@craigsips8677]

A lot of respect for these guys. Modern bodybuilding has completely lost its mind, it's a bloody embarrassment.

[@goldenera4ever]

Frank is a legend and was part of an era that alot of us fantasize about being a part of. What a life.

[@llg3pe]

That vacuum pose is one of the most iconic photos in bodybuilding history.

[@sass174]

Frank is really inspiring to me because you can see from his frame and genetics he wasn't a big guy, he just put on size and looked great through hard work and consistency. Really cool to see someone with skinny guy genetics(small wrists, frame) change their whole body like that. Respect 💯

[@tigertank5295]

The Father of Aesthetics

[@michelegiaimeserra1128]

great last words to end this first part, he’s a very spiritual person. “stop thinking so much and engaging in what ifs”

[@denisdalrin6217]

One of the best body building ever. He wanted to look like Steve reeves and many want i too want. He won everything respect for him

[@richardmilliken8705]

I love Zane's Aesthetic Physique but Reeve's Physique was the best "Natural Physique of all-time!" Reeves had better genetics and was truly a greek god.

[@Toobenator]

Thanks for this! Frank Zane is my favorite bodybuilder. I love Arnold, but for my money, Frank Zane had the best body in bodybuilding, ever. It's good to see him healthy, calm, cool and collected at his age. I'm going to watch the other interview now.

[@jeffreylocke8808]

Frank Zane was a great champion and three-time Mr. Olympla. Now he is a great story teller of the Golden Era in bodybuilding.

[@lloydkline3265]

Love those old body buildings story

[@wataboutya9310]

That's probably the most intellectual insight into bodybuilding I have ever listened to. Frank Zane is an absolute national treasure. I wish him many many more healthy and happy years!

[@larryd3093]

Best physique of all time....best proportions ever👍👍👍👍

[@user-ts2co4ov5h]

No way, if he was 3 inches taller with a bigger bone structure then maybe....Arnold , Sergio and Lee Haney had both shape and SIZE !!!

[@LegendMathai]

Larry D Zane Nubret Haney Top 3

[@LegendMathai]

Perry Nubret is better than Arnold.

[@user-ts2co4ov5h]

@@LegendMathai Nubret had very undersized legs...Arnold had it all. Remember the scene in pumping iron when Nubret himself told Arnold No body can beat you... Arnold laughed and said keep looking !

[@dandyaniel5986]

@@user-ts2co4ov5h Arnold wasn't very proportional he's upper body was so big that it made his legs look small

[@iamosiris3254]

Frank was my inspiration when I was pumping iron as a teenager in the early and mid 1970's. I didn't like Arnold or franco. Frank Zane was an artist who used his body as a canvas. Ahh, the days of eagerly awaiting the latest copy of "Ironman" magazine...They were good times. I miss the 1970's...

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

About 25:00 in, you hear maybe the most insightful thing I've heard about winning. He's applying it to bodybuilding, but it can apply to any endeavor. Brilliant interview.

[@acedrumminman]

Here's Frank at 77, still healthy, on his game...how many mass monsters are dead? Or almost dead? Or crippled?

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

They usually die in their 20-30s.

[@benocehcap]

You have to understand that Ronnie won 8 times Mr. Olympia. This dude only won 3 times and in dugs. Whatever was available back then... So, when u start talking about someone that won 8 times "most ever" and pushed his body to the limited while in heavy drugs there is consequences. Frank Zane back in the day would be nothing compare to Ronnie in its wining times. Sad what his going thru in his life now. Hope the best Ronnie !

[@saxonsteve]

Too Many Dead Guys To List! Real Shame!

[@JudgeDredd888]

@@benocehcap Comparing Ronnie Coleman to Frank Zane it´s like comparing an HOG to the most aesthetic bodybuilder EVER. And the quantities of drugs used in the 70´s are a fraction of the one used buy amateurs nowday. Well, Ronnie can now "enjoy" his retirement in his destroyed body......

[@benocehcap]

@@JudgeDredd888 Frank Zane had no shape and whatever he active was with massive drugs. Like the blade would say " To Small" We don't want none of that boy!

[@dgcmusi]

The most symmetrical body I’ve ever seen....absolutely perfect.

[@monacoGTR]

Amazing athlete. Definitely one of the best physiques ever.

[@alducasse6999]

This is absolute gold! Thank you escape fitness. He will live forever through these interviews now and what a resource this will be for future generations when Mr. Zane is gone/

[@misteranonym4067]

It seems that successful people have one thing in common. The ability to have a clear focused intention.

[@joeshmoe7967]

Soooooooooo TRUE. My biggest failure in life, is the inability to focus on a direction and drive towards it.I am always juggling multiple ideas, and then another one pops in...Trying to make 2021 different. Doing a little physical fitness and concentrating on the 1 thing I should have focused all my life, and that is music related. 2021, is work out a few times a week, and play guitar every single day. Cheers

[@jrewing5886]

I agree with most of what Frank Zane stated in this interview. Certainly the part about being yourself. Body building can be very vain. Even to the point of absolute arrogance. Its refreshing to hear such honesty, in the midst of what was likely, a very chaotic time in body building history. As far as his comments about size. I agree that size isn't as important as overall symmetry, definition and posing. Every body builder brings something unique to the stage. Something they want the judges to see. Zane brought to the stage a body that wasn't big, but was symmetrical in its overall development as far as muscles were concerned. His techniques regarding posing were designed to purposely showcase that symmetry. The fluid movements from one pose to another, allowing judges and the audience to see for themselves, how equal his body was from one side to the other. Ego is very much a part of life. For the average body builder back in the 1970's and 1980's, one had to possess a fairly sizeable ego in order to compete with so many amazing body builders. Frank Zane, by all accounts, wasn't a big body builder, like Arnold for example. But what he lacked in size, he more then made up for with such a symmetrical beautiful muscular body. Certainly, for guys who are not that tall or large, he stands as a true testament to what a man with a smaller frame can do if they set their mind to it. JR💪

[@DavidGutierrez-nt7ov]

Growing up in the early 70's Frank Zane became a major role model for me in many ways and, aspects of my personal and later, my professional life. His mindset for training, perserverance and discipline was second to none. He was not the biggest bodybuilder on stage, but he sure was the most asthethic and sharpest on any AAU or Mr. Olympic stage. When he shares his training on implementing slow negatives and focused heavy lifting. This discipline and mindset is what made these athletes of that era rare and unique. Thank you Frank Zane👍

[@richardmilliken8705]

I would also put Lee Labrada, Bob Paris, Sean Ray, Samir Bannout and Lee Haney along side Zane for the most aesthetic and balanced Bodybuilders of all-time. And my favorite "Natty" Bodybuilder of all-time is Steve Reeves.

[@49prodog]

Mr. ZANE, my favorite bodybuilder of all time. His legs were unbelievable! Really enjoyed this interview.

[@joedejesus6363]

I remember Frank Zane when I was into Body Building. Him Dave Draper, Harold Poole, Hugo Labra, Lee Haney, and a host of others.

[@brakeme1]

Omg great interview questions. He was one of my idols. Apparently, by his articulate voice, thoughts, and intellectual...he still is!

[@scottbridgeforth507]

FRANK YOU are still reason I train well .... Legendary Frame....Great athlete

[@justinhinchliffe2355]

This came up on my suggestion list despite not knowing anything about Mr Zane over recent years. I really really enjoy3d it. Great work.

[@trynforpar]

Frank was one of my primary inspirations to begin bodybuilding back in the late 70’s.

[@nikshithreddy1758]

What an incredible man! This mans patience and perseverance at a time when bodybuilders were all over 200 pounds!! He brought true aesthetics into the limelight! Symmetery, proportion, definition, conditioning and posing! Hope today’s bodybuilding appreciates guys in shape as opposed to mass monsters!

[@richardmilliken8705]

It's the judges that like the Mass Monsters like Dorian Yates, Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Phil Heath and Big Ramy. That's why they started the Classical Physique division at the Mr Olympia to satisfy fans like you and me that appreciate and like the Aesthetic Physique where the whole package is in perfect balance which is very hard to do. Zane had no weaknesses and his detail & conditioning was flawless. At 5ft 9in you can still run 5 miles every day if you want to and these mass monsters today couldn't sprint 50 yards to save their lives without collapsing and they can't even wipe their asses because their so muscle bound at 5ft 9in at 265lb at 3% bodyfat and at death's door on stage. They are dropping like flies from all the drugs they are doping.

[@storminboy]

I can't even say how much this guy is such a legend. It's so humble to know, we will be like this guy one day!!

[@ajjohnstone7063]

This guy should be the ultimate Body Building coach! An immense brain and aptitude towards the sport. One of the best ever

[@shawnenser2610]

Great Interview! Frank had the best symmetry. The Oz of Training.

[@jeffdarnell7942]

What I remember about Frank, was he wasn't the BIGGEST bodybuilder, but DAMN that Man was ripped, and cut up so clean....it was unreal. He almost gave ME the impression that he was clean of anabolics. .he literally didn't show the signs I associated with anabolics, and what I specifically saw by myself, IN myself during MY own personal time I used anabolics He worked awfully hard at it... definitely. God Bless Frank!!

[@rajatshrma3]

Loved each moment of this interview.

[@kenviechec8111]

Your hero in my book Frank. I got all the weirder muscle fitness mags. You are awesome!!

[@rowley555]

Not just a great Bodybuilder but also a great thinker and teacher, listening to him is a lesson on how to manifest desires...chapeau

[@paulsmith-gi5vm]

Great interview with Frank Zane. which rhymes with sane i.e.possessing a balanced state of mind, which many goal oriented folks either lack or lose along the path to their goal. Today we are saturated with magic supplement/testosterone commercials aimed at men over 40. Still the ultimate tool is the grey matter between one's ears and Zane controlled his mind and body superbly. "Mens sana corporae sana".

[@MrDarrelln64]

Great interview with one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Interviewer did a good job by listening, asking good questions and letting Frank talk. Well done😃

[@bmanz8117]

Zane, great physique that was asthect, sculpted to perfection enabling to rise a champion over many much bigger.

[@AncestralPhysique]

Frank Zane’s mindset was absolutely BASED

[@stuart5811]

In 1996 I was able to train with Frank Zane . He is truly a classy individual besides having had the greatest physique ever

[@d5u2ke]

Great synchronicity finding this interview today. Just last night I was channel surfing and was pleasantly surprised to see Frank Zane in an episode of Robert Wagner's old show Hart To Hart! Playing a good guy who owned a gym. Frank looked great, had a lot of screen time and was actually a good actor (which is not too surprising as he is a bright guy who basically does everything well!)

[@ricze6]

Awesome. He was winning when I started. All my inspiration was literally from Frank. Same body type as him but taller. Every pound of muscle was a MFer.

[@jeanpaulfelix4095]

Your a legend frank. Never compare yourself to Arnold. He did his thing. You did yours. You will be remembered forever.

[@endtimeswriter]

This is incredible.I was just thinking a few days ago, what happened to Frank Zane as you don't really see or hear about him in many years. Here he is. He was one of the great builds, very muscular but not bulky but more sleek a fantastic look. Glad to see this interview.

[@chrisradnedge74]

Please more interviews with Frank! I love these. Thank you

[@marcushamner5994]

Frank Zane is intelligent and my role model! He’s called “the chemist” for a reason. I want to be as enlightened and cool as him when I’m his age! I’m a guitarist too! I love his guitars in the background!😊👊🏾🎸

[@steveguest8028]

The thing I like about this guy is that he wasn’t blessed with the best genetics compared with the likes of Arnold but his dedication and determination got him to where he got and what a fantastic body he developed....Frank Zane legend

[@vincewarren1271]

He had the best genetics for aesthetics (muscle insertions).

[@steveguest8028]

Vince Warren yes I agree with that Vince

[@InIcarus]

My favorite bodybuilder of all time! Best looking shape ever. Legend!

[@theironforce3000]

Excellent episode. A better upgrade than the first one from last year. Interviewer did his homework this time around. Great trivia about Arnold here . Love his insight of the art of posing, the size game and more. . Just wish the audio was louder. Have to blast volume up high on my end. Other than that - well done. Lookin forward to pt.2

[@Matthew01733]

The Iron Force Thanks for the positive comments 🙏

[@davidhiggins2578]

The god of aesthetics a bodybuilding legend , the most amazing beautifully constructed male physique of all time in my opinion, Frank Zane. Didnt just have the body but brains too Very articulate and intelligent .

[@godlyintellect6311]

I've been using the same way of thinking that Mr. Zane mentions here about "saying things and they eventually become law" and I've accomplished quite with it. Very intelligent man, pleasure to listen to him speak.

[@3Runner95]

Legend, godfather of aesthetics

[@Cookefan59]

Frank Zane is revealing how he created himself within himself first. He states that he would write down what he was supposed to do as if it had already been done. THAT technique can be applied to anything in life that you want to achieve. It’s a PRINCIPLE that works in all endeavors.

[@frankiereinares8892]

next to larry scott,frank zane was also my idol back then when i was into bodybuilding.👍enjoying your interview here in yhe philippines.🇵🇭✌️

[@diyman-kf3rg]

Top class interview thanks for posting 👍👍💪🏼

[@pablogonzalez8304]

Fantastic interview of a legend. Frank is tack sharp

[@debashishavasia7637]

Greatness comes from Disciple & Dedication ! Love from India !

[@pastormarcomorales]

That guys is a good listener. Great interview ... very valuable content 🔥🙌🏼

[@jrewing5886]

No one knew the body better then the "Chemist". Frank was absolutely bar none a true bona fide perfect physique.💪

[@donquixote...]

Give it a break, his back, legs, and arms were pretty average.

[@jrewing5886]

@@donquixote... Not according to the record books and the various body building governing authorities. His physique was truly balanced. Not talking about size. Talking about " symmetry ". Which is why he placed very well in just about every body building competition he entered. Now, I'll give you a break........💪

[@donquixote...]

@@jrewing5886 Sure, balanced... But so is the average guy having never touched a weight. He had a nice physique with some good qualities that one would want to emulate, and seemingly achievable for most people to strive for. And I was a fan as well, having watched the 78 & 79 shows at the time, and the only time it aired on tv. But the idea of perfection, no way... He said of Franco that he was a legend in his own mind, and that could also be said of himself. And I'd also put Dorian in that category of not being able to stop talking about himself. Record books...? Three MrOs, not nine.... Oh, and one more thing, those authorities you spoke of, they were the ones that told him he needed to put on more size. I guess not perfect enough...

[@jrewing5886]

@@donquixote... The average guy? Seriously...... Are we talking about the same guy? Frank Zane? Not sure what you're on about, but the man I know, body builder Frank Zane literally had perfect measurements for his weight class and yes, if you check the record books detailing body building and in particular, body builders of this time period, you'll see Zane in there. Again, being big was great, like Arnold. Who was in a different weight class vs Zane, but the key to Zane's success was symmetry. Both sides of his body were near perfect. Which would be strongly looked at by judges. Arnold had mass, weight, size.......but he too had very good symmetry and form. In a pose off, Zane and Arnold were quite literally at the top of their game. Average? I seriously doubt the "average" man has symmetry unless they lifted and focused intensely on it. Zane practiced what he preached and I might add, other body builders respected him enough to seek his advice regarding nutrition and supplements. 💪

[@jrewing5886]

I might also add. If you know anything about body building, then you ought to know, egos ran very high among body builders back then. They were a tight group and yea, they were very very competitive, but also good friends. Franco was a monster for his size and weight. The man was epic in terms of his physique, but it was his strength that was most impressive. Even Arnold has said, of his friend, he couldn't have done it without him. They were very close. Not sure about your comment regarding Franco, but he was a legend in many peoples minds.

[@cebukid70]

He throws some shade at Arnold.... little jabs, here and there. O never knew he avoided the filming during Pumping Iron. It would have been great to see Frank in that film

[@soofitnsexy]

so blah so real...I often romanticize that period in Golds gym but hearing Frank at the beginning of the interview it was just workin out teaching at school and getting in shape for shows.....I LOVE IT!

[@rocco74superhuman45]

The end was the best ;-))) Frank saying clearly .. The Legend Focus,and Focus

[@johnnyx53]

One of the greatest physiques of all time and by far the most intelligent bodybuilder of all time. The articles he wrote and programs he created targeting the mind in bodybuilding are phenomenal!

[@DatKundalini]

Zane is powerful at manifesting his reality and placing his intention. People would do well to pay close attention to this part from 21:33 to 23:26. He's basically teaching us how to create our own reality through spoken word. Guy was light-years ahead of all that SECRET crap. A true sage of the mystic arts.

[@EnriqueGiliOrtiz]

Great to see Frank Zane sharing his thoughts. Thank you for sharing and all the best from Spaint!

[@chezmaniac4912]

This guy won Mr Olympia three times at well under or around 200ibs. You wouldn't have a prayer to even be any runner up at that weight in these times. Frank the Olympian is the epitome of the genetically gifted.

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

When he told the story about the dream with Franco I thought he was going to say franco got out of the car and picked it up.

[@Beardmondy67]

.. Good interview ,... One of the best physiques, ever ,..

[@cliffcartwright3605]

I love Frank Zane. The most gifted genetically bodybuilder of all time. What a just great man.

[@richardmilliken5651]

Reeves, Nubret, Paris, Haney, Robinson and Serge Olivia & Zane. I would take the only "Natty" of the group- Steve Reeves 24/7!

[@robertdemarais3327]

Amazing interview. My brother in-law went to the 77 Mr. Olympia. He told me that Frank did not pump up back stage and instead had his own personal motor home he would pump up in. Not sure if he was pulling my leg. Has anyone ever heard this before? Franks right about how a big guy wins in most cases. I think that’s why Shawn Ray could never beat Dorian. If he was the same size (height wise) as Dorian it probably would have been a game changer.

[@JOECANDELA22]

I recall reading this as well in Muscle Builder Power magazine (this was what Muscle & Fitness magazine use to be called). It was part of what he discussed in this interview of staying away from everyone and being a mystery until showtime and then Wammo!

[@stevenserial4080]

A terrific interview.

[@joescott2922]

He’s so awesome he has two watches.

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

gotta be symmetrical

[@ABell676]

One is clearly his Apple watch

[@nycwizrd8348]

U know wut time it is

[@mithunkartha]

Gotta confuse the brain...

[@cindydo8781]

A Mason perhaps

[@joeymarino7]

That was great! Zane's always my favorite. Thats why I still train to improve through every adversity.

[@GuillaumeLeValiant]

Love Frank Zane, my favorite BB for sure!

[@mikecozzi1040]

Frank Zane one of the Best Body Builders in American History! The lean mean body building machine, under 200 lbs. Franco Columbu was under 200 lbs also and one of my favorite people. I like Arnold Schwarzenegger too, the three of them have had thier unique ways of doing training. Too many other great body Builders to mention. Franco, Frank and Arnold my favorite. Folks that's my opinion of the body building circa.

[@Horishnyk]

One of the greatest ever mind and genetics. Very inspiring for sure.

[@paulbradford6475]

Zane: a very smart guy both in and away from the gym. Two things I take from this interview: focus and perserverance. I think every champion, in whatever sport or job, has these two ingredients for success in spades.

[@jonathanziegler8126]

Possibly the most aesthetic Sandow trophy winner ever. Frank Zane is a great guy.

[@richardmilliken8705]

Samir Bannout was incredible too, when he won the 1983 Mr Olympia. Zane & Bannout were also the masters at conditioning and 4% bodyfat with no flaws in their physiques. Greek Gods!

[@richbrake9910]

At one time Frank Zane wrote every dream down in a notebook he kept next to his bed. He thought it was a way of learning.

[@erstereiheTV]

thanks a lot, Frank Zane is too little interviewed and seen - you do an important job to highlight his career and draw from his knowledge.

[@annetedraksler7332]

Frank did a seminar at our gym in Pa in the late 70s. I got there early and went into the locker room. Frank was there wearing a dark blue sweatsuit getting ready for the seminar to begin. He looked great, fairly wide shoulders & fit looking etc... but I remember thinking to myself “he’s very lean looking in his sweatsuit”... I didn’t wanna look like I was staring but let’s face it when you’re in the locker room with Mr. Olympia you want to get a look lol... To my surprise he took off his sweatsuit and changed into shorts and a muscle shirt... and I couldn’t believe what I was seeing... Details everywhere, his abs, intercostals and serratus, just the most perfect physique I have ever seen from every angle... I was stunned. You really had to see it to believe that someone who weighed less than 200 pounds could look like that incredible... What an amazing memory ...

[@ranme3638]

Frank Zane had unique physique..the best n aesthetic...he still looks good

[@rickrossi7426]

Everyone lose all those hard earn muscles eventually, just remember that and work on your personality and brains too.

[@biblebill6206]

They lose it because they go of the steroids .

[@biblebill6206]

You can slow down muscle atrophy greatly by eating whole foods, eggs, milk , dark chocolate whole grains . Not consuming too much alcohol no junk food drink spring water . I am living proof I am 61 but I tell you the truth I have the body of a 45yr old man .

[@tonyjoe1594]

Roids are fake gains

[@rickrossi7426]

bible bill I know, I’m 45 and I have the body of a 20 year old

[@biblebill6206]

100% right on .

[@ThorandSharon]

Very interesting and informative interview. Thank you very much for posting!

[@ecnumber1fan]

Zane looks phenomenal in this thumbnail shot. Perhaps one of the better pics I've seen him in.

[@MrJosh6889]

We always hear about bodybuilders aging prematurely, and dying young; but Frank Zane here looks amazing for 77 years old. I always pay special attention to people who are able to keep such insane longevity, so I'm sure this will be a really interesting listen.

[@riggs9688]

@Mark Richardson not true at all....theres a reason they called him the chemist and it wasnt from his college education. Fact!

[@Wild_IFBBPro]

RIGGS i heard that he didn’t get the nickname for gear but actually from being so on top of what he was doing. He was one of the first to write down notes on what he was doing and eating then would adjust his plans based on his notes to get leaner, track progressive overload, ect.

[@riggs9688]

@Mark Richardson that is true but I guarantee you he didnt avoid steroids...

[@MrJosh6889]

@@riggs9688 That's the funny part. "Largely avoided" in bodybuilding terms could mean he simply used a more reasonable dose. Some of those guys are blasting more than they could ever possibly take advantage from.