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Mike Mentzer

Bodybuilding Legend (1951-2001)

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Overview

Mike Mentzer is a coach on Boostcamp with one training program that 94 lifters have followed. Bodybuilding Legend (1951-2001). Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program is built for intermediate and advanced lifters, focuses on muscle building, and runs 3 days per week. It is free to follow in the Boostcamp app, so you can start today with every workout laid out for you.

Born in Philadelphia in 1951, Mike Mentzer was a distinguished bodybuilder, author, and trainer. He began his bodybuilding career at 18, quickly ascending the ranks with notable victories such as the Mr. America title in 1976 and a perfect-score win at the 1978 Mr. Universe.

His prowess was further acknowledged in the 1979 Mr. Olympia where he clinched the heavyweight title. Mentzer's career was marked by his critical view of the sport's judging standards, leading to his early retirement at 29 after a controversial defeat in the 1980 Mr. Olympia. Beyond competition, Mentzer was a revered trainer influencing many, including six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates.

Mentzer passed away in 2001 but his contributions to the art and science of bodybuilding will live on forever.

Major Achievements

  • Popularized High Intensity Training
  • Won Mr. Universe 1978
  • Trained six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates

Program (1)

Programs by Mike Mentzer

Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program

Intermediate–Advanced3 days/wkFree★ 4.294 lifters

Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program is a free program by Mike Mentzer for intermediate and advanced lifters, focused on muscle building. It runs 3 days per week, with every session laid out for you. 94 lifters have already followed it on Boostcamp, and it is rated 4.2/5 from 123 ratings. Mike Mentzer's preferred training program from his book Heavy Duty. Start it today in the free Boostcamp app.

Mike Mentzer FAQ

What programs has Mike Mentzer created on Boostcamp?

Mike Mentzer has one program on Boostcamp: Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program (intermediate–advanced, 3 days per week, free). Pick it and every workout is laid out for you in the free Boostcamp app.

Is Mike Mentzer's program free?

Yes. Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program is free to follow in the Boostcamp app on iOS and Android, so you can start today without paying.

Which Mike Mentzer program is best for beginners?

Mike Mentzer's program, Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program, isn't labeled for beginners; it is built for intermediate and advanced lifters. If you're newer to lifting, start with a beginner program in the free Boostcamp app and work up to it.

How many people have followed Mike Mentzer's programs?

Mike Mentzer's program, Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program, has been followed by 94 lifters on Boostcamp.

How many days a week is Mike Mentzer's program?

Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program runs 3 days per week, with every session laid out for you in the Boostcamp app.

How is Mike Mentzer's program rated?

On Boostcamp, Mike Mentzer Heavy Duty Training Program is rated 4.2/5 from 123 ratings.

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