“You Need to Get the Body First” : 3X Mr Olympia Frank Zane Got a Reality Check by a Big Guy in the Gym After He Bought “Posing Trunk” Too Early
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Training at the YMCA where there was a shortage of equipment, Frank Zane faced tough times in his early bodybuilding days. In a 2022 interview, Zane disclosed an interesting anecdote of his initial training days and a harsh, unforgettable comment. The bodybuilding champion also recounted untold details about his first bodybuilding competition and his former years of training.
Zane’s statements about his initial training days show his inexperience and his dedication to learning more. The bodybuilding champion’s epic response to the comment portrays how he didn’t let anything deter him from achieving his goals.
Frank Zane’s Admissions About His Initial Bodybuilding Days
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Later, Zane went on to reveal unknown stories about his bodybuilding days. “I discovered weight training at age 14 and I started, saw progress right away”, he continued.
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Further, Zane recounted that he first participated in an open novice contest when he was just eighteen years old. He described taking part in the Teenage Mr. America contest and securing third place. Showing a glimpse of his successful journey, these details depict Zane’s amazing commitment to his goals.
Frank Zane’s Lesser Known Details About His Training Days
While ‘The Chemist’ trained for six days every week, Zane changed his training strategy during the 1960s. Earlier, his workout comprised of training the upper body on one day and legs on the other day. However, later, his new schedule consisted of three divisions. This novel routine involved training the legs on two days, doing workouts for the chest and back on the next two days, and performing exercises for the delts and arms on the remaining days.
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Another shocking confession once made by Zane was that he took 30 amino acid tablets a day as part of his diet. His main objective in doing so was to get the required protein which helped him to grow stronger.
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Zane’s statements about his interesting gym anecdote, initial days, and training show his phenomenal progress. His journey from being a maths teacher to a 3X Olympia champion will always inspire fans. How can you relate to Frank Zane’s journey? Let us know in the comments below.
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Edited by:
Anupama Ghosh