The Passing of Sergio

   Christine and I are saddened by the passing of Sergio Oliva.  My fondest memory of the 'Myth' is the 1967 IFBB Mr. Universe in Montreal.  I flew up from Florida to compete and along with other competitors was dropped off at the Paul Sauve arena (a wresting auditorium if I remember right).  The contest was being held here and all the competitors were accomodated in a large gym upstars sleeping on cots.  As the competitors arrived and claimed their cot, the place began filling up.  Rick Wayne was there, he'd probably win, I thought, but then heard that Sergio was on his way. 
   He arrived late  in the evening, clad in bright red blazer, to find no cot available.  But as soon as everyone realized Sergio was here one contestant gave Sergio his cot and slept on the floor.  Sergio won and after the contest I went out to eat with him (All the guys ate at a little restaurant across the street).  We each had a whole chicken and during the meal Sergio confided in me "You will win in future because you know how to do."  He meant posing and I took his advice seriously, trained hard and won the title the following year.  Sergio was there too Miami 1968, looking fantastic and gave a posing exhibition.   Here are some photos taken by Christine 16 years later at Sergio's last competition 1984 Mr. Olympia.
Rest in Peace Great Champion,
FZ

Building the Body Autumn 2012 issue

The Autumn 2012 issue of Building the Body Quarterly has arrived and is being mailed this week to subscribers.  We call it the ‘Symmetry’ issue because it's theme is symmetry and is published at the same time as my new book.  Subscriptions are $24 a year in the USA, $26.28 in CA., $30 in Canada and Mexico, and $35 overseas.

HERE'S WHAT'S IN THIS SYMMETRY ISSUE

Mr Olympia 2012 was held the weekend of Sept 28^th.  The Olympia Expo ran Friday and Saturday at the Las Vegas Convention center and the Mr. O competition was won again by Phil Heath with Kai Greene a close second.

Serratus & the Pullover – learn how I developed my serratus anterior (where the lats meet the ribcage) to add impressiveness to frontal arms overhead poses.  This exercise is the one needed for developing the vacuum pose.

Weighted Linear Resistance Training -- Why is it so effective? Because it combines weighted movements with latex bands to increase peak contraction and maximize time under tension.  We’ve been getting a great pump on each set combining weights and cables in the same movement.

Time Symmetry What’s that?  It says there are no special moments in time, one moment is as good as any other.  In terms of bodybuilding the goal for longevity is to adhere to time symmetry as closely as possible throughout one’s life.  It’s about staying in the present moment and conserving energy.

Symmetry is Here! My 224 page 300 photo plus book is now available.  Order now and received a FREE 8 by 10 inch autographed photo with this insightful book.

Walking Long Distances is something 72 year old Kent Steele does on a regular basis.  It keeps him young!

Walking or Running? Both are good but one is easier on your feet, legs, and lower back.  Guess which one?

Email: Heart & Sleep  Here are ways to calm your self and sleep easy.  Why is the heart so important in sleep?

Top & Romanian Deadlift  What are they and what are they good for?  Who should do them?  Master trainer Larry Kay tells all.

A Symmetry Excerpt introduces the goals and methods of symmetry training.  You need to know this.

How I trained for competition sez Fernandez about his first competition since the 1980s.  Glimpse his remarkable improvement.

Frankly Speaking

Cutting Edge Egg White Protein SHORT SALE until the end of November for Building the Body subscribers.

2013 Zane Experience: sign up by December 31, 2012 for any 2013 program and pay 2012 prices.  But you must do it soon.