It's a bit of a joke really. Guys back then SO much further ahead than bodybuilders today. Fucking Rich 'toilet roll' arms versus the gnarly, chiseled but beautiful physiques of the old school.
These last few videos have completely changed my view on BB I was one who loved the freaks thought bigger was better but not anymore ..man amazing video I have complete change in opinion
***** you're right lui, I agree because the consequences of having the freak body is far greater than having a more safer to achieve Greek looking body.
I challenge anyone to find a bodybuilding analyst on UA-cam with better insight than Luimarco. Lui is the consummate global leader in this endeavor without a doubt. Lui - Please never forget your loyal subscribers when Arnold hires you as a full time consultant for the Arnold classic in the near future.
The windows sign are his abs lol! My favourite bodybuilders are Arnold,( Zyzz and Greg Plitt RIP) Also he has hated on zyzz which is bullshit calling him small. Its like yeah no one wants to be as big as you jay you look like a fucking train wreck fix your wig buddy
Shane P Yes, Levrone had those freaky front delts. He looked awesome and was another uncrowned Mr. O. There were a couple of occasions when he should've beaten Dorian Yates in the mid 1990s.
Shane P Kevin was the man up until a certain point and then he even started to get the big belly. It was probably those 300 lb cable crunches he would do. Now Flex had the most aesthetic body. I don't think he ever got the big belly. Even Phil is starting to get it and he was right up there with Flex his first year, aesthetic wise.
When i think about the Golden Age i always feel nostalgia. Bodies like that just doesn't exist anymore. The Golden Age of Aesthetics will always remind me about Zane, Arnold and the great Serge Nubret - the epitome of aesthetic. The Black Panther was just unbelievable.
All time Best classic physique: 1983-85 Bob Paris. Not the biggest, not the most ripped... But man he was complete ! I had his two books "beyond built" and "flawless"
I think mens physique will bring back the aesthetics, it's been gaining popularity tremendously and was just put in the arnold classic. People need to stop dissing physique competitors, they have some of the best aesthetic physiques
Fadi Chaddad The physique guys honestly are the closest to the golden era look these days. I do agree the way they pose and everything is stupid. It's more like a beauty pageant. They should have them pose in form fitting boxer breifs, sort of like what MMA fighters wear so you can actually judge legs, and there should be posing instead of just quarter turns with a hand on the hip.
This was some great work showing how bodybuilding has veered out of control with its obsession of putting mass over all other aesthetic factors, like symmetry, tapering, and proportion. Thank you for all the hard work you put into this video.
Luimarco; One of the best videos you have ever done. Well thought out, researched, and presented. I'm 56 years old so I well remember all these bodybuilders going back to the early 70's. What was so cool back in the day was to see bodybuilders such as Arnold, Serge, Padilla, and the like in totally relaxed positions because they did not have a gut. They looked great without flexing or posing on stage (or off stage), compared with most of todays top contenders who are pregnant when truly relaxed. Again, great vid bro, I agree totally.
Bodybuilding is growing due to the internet but so is everything else. the reason it truly has not broke through is freak / juice monsters. the six pack gut is the first indication something is wrong. .... add the posses and a another weight class. Arnold said it best... what do you want to look like?
Unfortunately we've reached the YOLO era of bodybuilding. I stopped reading Muscle & Fitness back in the late nineties and switched to reading Mens Health. All you see in M & F is steroid freaks showing you exercise routines that work for the anabolically enhanced and advertisements for supplements that will make you "as big as" these freaks. Men's health gives you useful information, not just loads of BS. As far as the Olympia, I think it's here to stay. Too many people want to see these steroid freaks so I don't think that will change. Instead, I think they should create another division. Call it the "Natural Olympia" and anyone who will be in it should have to get their blood checked once a week leading up to the contest so that none of those anabolically enhanced YOLO's can make it through. Then we will once again have Aesthetics in bodybuilding and maybe through the test of time the YOLO error will self destruct on its own. Just my 2 cents.
I am not one to comment due to character and having restarted the gym just a month ago after more than 3 years due to to bad health but... I salute U wherever U are Luimarco. Probably one of the best videos I have seen on BB as U show a true knowledge of BB history but as well culture along perspectives for its potential. I met Ronnie, a few years ago, and as 1 who is and has always been 100% natural (even if I wanted to juice I couldn't due to health) that pouch of pills he had on his waist greatly explained his size and palomboism for all I greatly respect him. Respect to recognizing the great Serge Nubret... Watching (& learning more) U on the daily...
I can sense a movement starting and especially with arnold speaking out I think things are gonna change. I just did a drawing of arnold on my channel by the way if anybody wants to check it out.
Spot on Luimarco. In all these years Arnold's physique has never been matched in my opinion. The main reasons for this I believe are; 1) His chest - it was awesome and the chest should be the dominant feature from the front. 2) His waist was small. He did not have outstanding abs but they were sufficient and complemented his upper torso. 3) His biceps were like mountain peaks, absolutely perfect in shape. 4) His calves were outstanding which despite not having the bulkiest legs, made them look correctly proportionate. 5) His tapered appearance due to outstanding lats and upper torso. Todays bodybuilders are looking more and more freakish. In place of well defined, chiseled mass we are seeing pregnant blobs of jelly. It's about time someone spoke out…!
Awesome video. I agree 100% with you. Let's bring back the golden era. Stop giving trophies and medals to these Ninja Turtles. Cedric should of won the Arnold.
My favorite bodybuilding video I have ever seen. I got a history lesson just from watching these 30 minutes. Keep doing what you are doing Luimarco. I salute you on the daily!
We know since very long time that judges prefer Politics > Conditioning > Size > aesthetics. Branch Warren wan't bigger or more Aesthetics . but he has more Fan boys he is apart of Generation Iron. and his conditioning is way ahead of Mr.Cedric. and honestly to Reach Branch Conditioning. Cedric might have to sacrifice a lot of size. on my book I would give Mr.Olympia to Cedric if he came in drier.
I honestly feel like that's what's wrong with BBing these days. WAY too much emphasis and weight put into conditioning. Back in the golden era nobody was peeled to the bone, near death with no water in their bodies. Bodybuilding was about showcasing a pleasing physique with flowing lines, full bellies. Now it's just a conditioning war, doesn't matter how ugly your physique looks if you're diced you get the win or place above much more pleasing physiques. These days it's not "wow look at that v-taper, look at those bicep peaks" it's "wow look how striated his glutes are, look how grainy his skin looks"
Well said. In my opinion Branch was in way better condition. He dieted better and came in drier. This guy sounds like he's obsessed and in love. Go stick nine inch nails through each one of your eyelids.
I effing love jason huh, his physique is legit. Arnold hit the nail on the head in regards to whom they're electing as winners. They keep electing mass monsters with hgh guts, minimal symmetry and no aesthetic appeal, that's what competitors are going to try and attain. That simple.
wow! thank you luimarco! You my friend along with arnold might have just saved the sport! I don't even think you realize you will become a legend in the sport with out ever stepping on stage! This is just amazing to me.
I thought aesthetics and symmetry were everything in competing. How are these grossly "pregnant" builders even allowed for consideration? Maybe if this feature disqualifies them, there will be less abuse and the golden age of bodybuilding will make a rebirth.
I really enjoyed your insightful analysis of how bodybuilding has gone, right or wrong. thanks for posting this well put together video..the photos were great, hold on let me re-phrase that AWESOME photos ! 16.30's hilariously put, I was chuckling to myself. the points made from 19.17 are extremely valid..Arnold made a good point, well demonstrated..
Here we are talking about the Bodybuilding category, the big guys, 250/260 lbs shredded, hello ? do you understand that ?? helloooo ? not this little aesthetics group (constance,bruyne,panda, etc) who compete 1 time/year in australia and new zealand ;)
man, i know NOTHING about any of this stuff... i happened upon one of your vids by accident but... you are FUNNY! I want you to get your own TV show! Got me in stitches... lmfao!
Don't forget Francis Benfatto, one of the mos aesthetic bodybuilders in history. In my book he along with Serge Nubret ware/are a sight to be seen. In fact when they were tested for use of illegal substances Befatto was the only one whose muscle gains did not fade, I have a huge respect for that guy.
Lui Great video man I downloaded and will watch again. You really know your stuff man. As Arnold is now aware of you, It would be great if you could commentate at one of his shows or do something along those lines, you have a talent and people would like to see you and hear your views there on the daileeeee
Lui I salute you sir, aesthetics all the way, you are a legend bro and a great voice for bodybuilding. Sending mine and my dadsrespect from Birmingham England.
I've been a big fan of bodybuilding since i was a kid and still am today. SIR, I SALUTE YOU !! Your right on the money my brother. Love your commentary... bottom line right is right. Bring back the vacuum pose and lets get the sport right again!!
I've always been a fan of the golden era of bodybuilding over the modern day bodybuilders. We needed an authority like Arnold to tell it like it is. Channels like yours that brings awareness is always a GOOD thing. Thanks Lui!
I want to stand and fucking APPLAUD this video luimarco!! This is EXACTLY what I've been preaching for some time now - the aesthetics have gone to absolute shit! It is up to the IFBB and others to change this by no longer rewarding pregnant men and testosterone infested he-women. Kudos to Arnold and others for calling this freak show trend out!!
luimarco, i agree completely with you on every aspect, especially adding the 3 new elements you mentioned. The women's categories for bodybuilding demand a dancing/artistic display before they hit the mandatory poses right, so with that being said, the IFBB should require men to do the same but with a more classical and more manly type of way. I salute you on a daily! Keep representing our sport sir, i appreciate it a lot
Thank you for your videos! People need to know the difference between actual bodybuilding and freak bodybuilding. Your videos are always awesome! Keep it up!
"These last few videos have completely changed my view on BB I was one who loved the freaks thought bigger was better but not anymore ..man amazing video I have complete change in opinion ." I feel the same I am so happy that Arnold is talking about that. Great video love your work keep it up I look for them ever day. Great job on your own personal physique you look great. I really liked your video about you looking into TRT. I have been tested and I have low Test. levels this thhinking about it. If you could do another video on TRT that would be great!! Sorry for bad grammar I try my best Sorry Severley Dyslexic.
Great video. I was an NPC judge in Florida from 1998 thru 2009 and I agree with pretty much every point you made. The three things you suggest would be a great start but I doubt the IFBB will do it. Back when Dorian was winning the MR O and Shawn Ray was 2nd I thought the judging criteria was inconsistent ie why wasn't the next biggest freak 2nd and the next biggest 3rd and so on. Instead they put the most aesthetic (Shawn) 2nd. My reaction was, hey they need to make up their minds, one or the other, mass or class, you know? No disrespect meant to Dorian. He was awesome and real and a straight up guy. Have not seen the vid of Arnold criticizing the judges but will check it out. Your comments were critical while giving respect to all these champions. Great job. Thanks.
Cool video, Elliot Hulse also covered this once when he talked about the vacuum cleaner exercise or what was the name, one out of the many factors that helped guys like Arnold S. to have their V shaped bodies.
I suggest another judging criteria, "interpose consistency," as a means to cut back on the gut. As you noted there is a huge difference between the appearance of body builders when they are controlling their gut, and when they are relaxed. An interpose consistency category in judging would look at quality of the body builder's physique between poses and see how much they deviated from their appearance during poses. Body builder's whose physiques seem to either distend, warp, or outright collapse between poses would receive significant points deductions on their scorecards. This additional category of judging would encourage body builders to build better bodies overall, rather than just better specialized machines that look almost alien outside of the context of contest posing.
Just for the record , guys ! I Salute You On A Dailyyyyy ! Just so you know !!!
+luimarco crazzy biceps is Paco Bautista. From spain
I agree with everything you said in this video.
More great work from Luimarco, thanks man. We couldn't go wrong with the mandatory poses you recommend, it would clean things up real quick...
It's my opinion that Serge Nubret had the greatest physique of all time. To this day, I have never seen better.
in terms of pure aesthetics, he is king. In terms of mass+aesthetics arnold no doubt
It's a bit of a joke really. Guys back then SO much further ahead than bodybuilders today. Fucking Rich 'toilet roll' arms versus the gnarly, chiseled but beautiful physiques of the old school.
Ronnie 'bubble belly' Coleman and the circus freak show that's followed
Agree 100% what he lacked was the the ability to market himself the way Arnold did.
No freaking way!... Nubret was way too small. Do you even know what BB is?.. Idiot
These last few videos have completely changed my view on BB I was one who loved the freaks thought bigger was better but not anymore ..man amazing video I have complete change in opinion
mike jones You my dear Sir have been converted by the L.U.I !!!! blessed be your Aesthetic conversion , Amen !!!! ;)
***** you're right lui, I agree because the consequences of having the freak body is far greater than having a more safer to achieve Greek looking body.
Same with me mate . L.U.I. and Arnie opened my eyes .I hope something is gonna change soon in the world of Bodybuilding
*****
def man seeing all the guts is not appealing at all thats not BB... like lui said you can be massive and still have that small attractive waist
***** Thanks for speaking out Lui!...salute you on a dailyyyyyyyyyyy
luimarco for official judge...
***** Lmao true
absolutely!
Unfortunately this never came to fruition.
Wow the amount of work put into this..... Saluted on a Dailyyyyyy and Nightly
Mr.Mirin I agree!!!
No Way still a lot of work.....and especially from someone who doesn't need to do it
im appreciating your comment on secondlyy basis, all day and night on a daily and nightly basis.
I challenge anyone to find a bodybuilding analyst on UA-cam with better insight than Luimarco. Lui is the consummate global leader in this endeavor without a doubt. Lui - Please never forget your loyal subscribers when Arnold hires you as a full time consultant for the Arnold classic in the near future.
Completely agree
Tuco Ramirez Is Lui Marco from Algeria?
This guy is good. Provides the best unbiased information on professional bodybuilding.
Luimarco you need to be on ESPN
Mdelta2000 Great insight all day and daily bruh!
Meanwhile Phil Heath applies for organ donors hoping someone will "gift" him.
Lmao sooo hard
Bahaha awsome
Lol with a gut like that he'd better hope for multiple donors...
+physicks Hard
Branch looks like a short t-rex
Except a T. rex is easier on the eye.
Lol Manlet bodybuilder
Branch has terrible arm genetics. No matter how hard he works - he will never have good arms.
I still respect Mr Cutler for being a mass monster and not having a horrendous belly peak.
Okay his waist was 38 inch, even if that were true, at least his gut wasn't 38 inches.
***** AGREED!!!!!!!!
Holy shit your profil picture xD so many feels
The windows sign are his abs lol! My favourite bodybuilders are Arnold,( Zyzz and Greg Plitt RIP) Also he has hated on zyzz which is bullshit calling him small. Its like yeah no one wants to be as big as you jay you look like a fucking train wreck fix your wig buddy
No Kevin Levrone? I would argue that he was one of the most aesthetic body builders of all time.
Not to mention he has the best record overall.
Shane P kevin was aesthetic prior to 1994, i love his 1992 Helsinki version
*****
Kevin could also hold high mass i think better than most. I think 98 he was huge but still not big bellied
***** he was aesthetic for his entire career. Have you watched the 2002 Mr Olympia? Guy looked phenomenal, perfect midsection still.
Shane P Yes, Levrone had those freaky front delts. He looked awesome and was another uncrowned Mr. O. There were a couple of occasions when he should've beaten Dorian Yates in the mid 1990s.
Shane P Kevin was the man up until a certain point and then he even started to get the big belly. It was probably those 300 lb cable crunches he would do. Now Flex had the most aesthetic body. I don't think he ever got the big belly. Even Phil is starting to get it and he was right up there with Flex his first year, aesthetic wise.
Dorian Yates definetely ruined bodybuilding. No wonder arnold called him out in the 90s
Lunar I said that in the vid, too. Not sure what they're referring to
nah i think the golden era of the 70s was the best era in bodybuilding history
Your one of the very few channels that I really enjoy watching for 20+ minutes at a time. Great work!
When i think about the Golden Age i always feel nostalgia. Bodies like that just doesn't exist anymore. The Golden Age of Aesthetics will always remind me about Zane, Arnold and the great Serge Nubret - the epitome of aesthetic. The Black Panther was just unbelievable.
Nice video, Lui, you're absolutely right. Salute you for all the work you put into that.
I draw bodybuilders, I gotta say the more aesthetic physiques make better drawings
Did you see my new arnold bro?
I might try to do a comparison between them...still trying to get over the Gaspri Squat video lol
I like to coco
SAY
I could listen to you speak ALL DAY.
All time Best classic physique: 1983-85 Bob Paris. Not the biggest, not the most ripped... But man he was complete ! I had his two books "beyond built" and "flawless"
Agreed. If you were being picky you could say he lacked hamstring seperation but his overall appearance was amazing.
One of your best videos and commentaries. Great job Lui.
I think mens physique will bring back the aesthetics, it's been gaining popularity tremendously and was just put in the arnold classic. People need to stop dissing physique competitors, they have some of the best aesthetic physiques
dude, they wear fucking board short and pose like these magazine guys.... physique is the downfall of bodybuilding
There's another new category, muscle model
Fadi Chaddad The physique guys honestly are the closest to the golden era look these days. I do agree the way they pose and everything is stupid. It's more like a beauty pageant.
They should have them pose in form fitting boxer breifs, sort of like what MMA fighters wear so you can actually judge legs, and there should be posing instead of just quarter turns with a hand on the hip.
Dystopia1980 i think the guys in WBFF do what ur describing.... its way better than physique in my opinion
This was some great work showing how bodybuilding has veered out of control with its obsession of putting mass over all other aesthetic factors, like symmetry, tapering, and proportion. Thank you for all the hard work you put into this video.
The quality mass Arnold had was never equalled and even today his 73/74 body would be an absolute standout in the Mr O.
***** Arnold's thighs were the most beautiful I've ever seen.
Luimarco; One of the best videos you have ever done. Well thought out, researched, and presented. I'm 56 years old so I well remember all these bodybuilders going back to the early 70's. What was so cool back in the day was to see bodybuilders such as Arnold, Serge, Padilla, and the like in totally relaxed positions because they did not have a gut. They looked great without flexing or posing on stage (or off stage), compared with most of todays top contenders who are pregnant when truly relaxed. Again, great vid bro, I agree totally.
Good follow up. I don't know what you do for a living, but you seem to have your facts in line when you do your videos. Great work.
Bodybuilding is growing due to the internet but so is everything else. the reason it truly has not broke through is freak / juice monsters. the six pack gut is the first indication something is wrong. .... add the posses and a another weight class. Arnold said it best... what do you want to look like?
Great job Lui ! Hope that Mr Arnold had watched this video as well
One of the best Lui videos! Lui we salute you
It's more than just the roid gut. Everything is out of proportion - the lats, the glutes, the quads. They look like fucking bats.
Trazan Apansson Agreed
I salute the time u took into making this. was stupendous!
Unfortunately we've reached the YOLO era of bodybuilding. I stopped reading Muscle & Fitness back in the late nineties and switched to reading Mens Health. All you see in M & F is steroid freaks showing you exercise routines that work for the anabolically enhanced and advertisements for supplements that will make you "as big as" these freaks. Men's health gives you useful information, not just loads of BS.
As far as the Olympia, I think it's here to stay. Too many people want to see these steroid freaks so I don't think that will change. Instead, I think they should create another division. Call it the "Natural Olympia" and anyone who will be in it should have to get their blood checked once a week leading up to the contest so that none of those anabolically enhanced YOLO's can make it through. Then we will once again have Aesthetics in bodybuilding and maybe through the test of time the YOLO error will self destruct on its own. Just my 2 cents.
I am not one to comment due to character and having restarted the gym just a month ago after more than 3 years due to to bad health but... I salute U wherever U are Luimarco. Probably one of the best videos I have seen on BB as U show a true knowledge of BB history but as well culture along perspectives for its potential. I met Ronnie, a few years ago, and as 1 who is and has always been 100% natural (even if I wanted to juice I couldn't due to health) that pouch of pills he had on his waist greatly explained his size and palomboism for all I greatly respect him. Respect to recognizing the great Serge Nubret... Watching (& learning more) U on the daily...
watching this preworkout on a dailyyyy
LUI all day and dailyyyy!
I can sense a movement starting and especially with arnold speaking out I think things are gonna change. I just did a drawing of arnold on my channel by the way if anybody wants to check it out.
just subbed
That video was on point brah
Thanks for checking it out I really appreciate it brothers!
i love the commentary, doesn't hold back
Spot on Luimarco. In all these years Arnold's physique has never been matched in my opinion. The main reasons for this I believe are;
1) His chest - it was awesome and the chest should be the dominant feature from the front.
2) His waist was small. He did not have outstanding abs but they were sufficient and complemented his upper torso.
3) His biceps were like mountain peaks, absolutely perfect in shape.
4) His calves were outstanding which despite not having the bulkiest legs, made them look correctly proportionate.
5) His tapered appearance due to outstanding lats and upper torso.
Todays bodybuilders are looking more and more freakish. In place of well defined, chiseled mass we are seeing pregnant blobs of jelly. It's about time someone spoke out…!
Salute daily L.U.I couldn't agree more bring back golden era aesthetics!
No mention of Frank Zane for aesthetic(The only reason I can think why is because he was know where near as big as most of these guys).
bob garcia 7:33 bro
Oops my mistake, guess I missed it .
Good video man, nice to see you make videos like you used to. once a fan, after seeing this video. Still a fan. glad to have you back Luimarco
Awesome video. I agree 100% with you. Let's bring back the golden era. Stop giving trophies and medals to these Ninja Turtles. Cedric should of won the Arnold.
My favorite bodybuilding video I have ever seen. I got a history lesson just from watching these 30 minutes. Keep doing what you are doing Luimarco. I salute you on the daily!
We know since very long time that judges prefer Politics > Conditioning > Size > aesthetics.
Branch Warren wan't bigger or more Aesthetics . but he has more Fan boys he is apart of Generation Iron. and his conditioning is way ahead of Mr.Cedric.
and honestly to Reach Branch Conditioning. Cedric might have to sacrifice a lot of size. on my book I would give Mr.Olympia to Cedric if he came in drier.
I honestly feel like that's what's wrong with BBing these days. WAY too much emphasis and weight put into conditioning.
Back in the golden era nobody was peeled to the bone, near death with no water in their bodies. Bodybuilding was about showcasing a pleasing physique with flowing lines, full bellies.
Now it's just a conditioning war, doesn't matter how ugly your physique looks if you're diced you get the win or place above much more pleasing physiques.
These days it's not "wow look at that v-taper, look at those bicep peaks" it's "wow look how striated his glutes are, look how grainy his skin looks"
Dystopia1980 lol at the striated glutes remark. These are two of the most insightful comments I've ever read on a bodybuilding-related youtube video
Well said. In my opinion Branch was in way better condition. He dieted better and came in drier. This guy sounds like he's obsessed and in love. Go stick nine inch nails through each one of your eyelids.
Man bro you stealed my words in the latest minutes of this video.salute you
"Pregnancy Era" lol
Watching these videos on the DAILYYY
thx Lui
Probably the closest bodybuilders to having aesthetic physiques right now is Cedric and Rhoden.
I effing love jason huh, his physique is legit. Arnold hit the nail on the head in regards to whom they're electing as winners. They keep electing mass monsters with hgh guts, minimal symmetry and no aesthetic appeal, that's what competitors are going to try and attain. That simple.
I needed that lesson, just started watching your videos and appreciate your point of view +luimarco.
24 dislikes from people with palumboism.
wow! thank you luimarco! You my friend along with arnold might have just saved the sport! I don't even think you realize you will become a legend in the sport with out ever stepping on stage! This is just amazing to me.
I thought aesthetics and symmetry were everything in competing. How are these grossly "pregnant" builders even allowed for consideration? Maybe if this feature disqualifies them, there will be less abuse and the golden age of bodybuilding will make a rebirth.
I really enjoyed your insightful analysis of how bodybuilding has gone, right or wrong. thanks for posting this well put together video..the photos were great, hold on let me re-phrase that AWESOME photos ! 16.30's hilariously put, I was chuckling to myself. the points made from 19.17 are extremely valid..Arnold made a good point, well demonstrated..
Bubble Gut... Bubble Bubble Bubble GUT
I really enjoy your videos my friend u really hit some vital points while being extremely funny at the same time keep up the great work!
Best physiques Jaco De Brun & Serge Nubret
Tuco Ramirez You are can idiot, Get the fuck out of here ChuChu Ramirez
Tuco Ramirez I dont know if its puberty or if u r a borderline sociopath, but every comment u made was just garbage.
Best physique ever is Dorian Yates....all of you are idiot dumb fucks that know nothing about BB
That puberty...
Here we are talking about the Bodybuilding category, the big guys, 250/260 lbs shredded, hello ? do you understand that ?? helloooo ? not this little aesthetics group (constance,bruyne,panda, etc) who compete 1 time/year in australia and new zealand ;)
man, i know NOTHING about any of this stuff... i happened upon one of your vids by accident but... you are FUNNY! I want you to get your own TV show! Got me in stitches... lmfao!
bubble gut with a s
Arnold is always "sparkling" debates lol gotta love the LUI
One of the best videos on body building out there imo.
Don't forget Francis Benfatto, one of the mos aesthetic bodybuilders in history. In my book he along with Serge Nubret ware/are a sight to be seen. In fact when they were tested for use of illegal substances Befatto was the only one whose muscle gains did not fade, I have a huge respect for that guy.
I enjoyed your commentary.
It was very insightful added with some humor.
Great video Lui...... Very true.
Lui Great video man I downloaded and will watch again. You really know your stuff man. As Arnold is now aware of you, It would be great if you could commentate at one of his shows or do something along those lines, you have a talent and people would like to see you and hear your views there on the daileeeee
great video man, keep it up, im watching them on a dai-lyyy basis
Awesome video bro! Keep up the good work!
Lui I salute you sir, aesthetics all the way, you are a legend bro and a great voice for bodybuilding. Sending mine and my dadsrespect from Birmingham England.
i salute this, all day and daily!!
*Your passion on bodybuilding comes across in your videos*
I've been a big fan of bodybuilding since i was a kid and still am today.
SIR, I SALUTE YOU !!
Your right on the money my brother. Love your commentary... bottom line right is right. Bring back the vacuum pose and lets get the sport right again!!
Jason Huge Huh always rockin the vacuum. I salute you bro.
Daillee thanks for the vids Luieee, Salute yeee.
Right on again Lui.
I've always been a fan of the golden era of bodybuilding over the modern day bodybuilders. We needed an authority like Arnold to tell it like it is. Channels like yours that brings awareness is always a GOOD thing. Thanks Lui!
I want to stand and fucking APPLAUD this video luimarco!! This is EXACTLY what I've been preaching for some time now - the aesthetics have gone to absolute shit! It is up to the IFBB and others to change this by no longer rewarding pregnant men and testosterone infested he-women.
Kudos to Arnold and others for calling this freak show trend out!!
10000% agree with Lui's 3 suggestions to the IFBB, especially the vacuum pose.
thanks Lui learned alot from this video.Salute you on a daylee!
I salute you daily and all day, bro!
Wow great vid again :) its very cool listening to you!
I salute you bro. Every day and dailee, 24/7/365. Peace out and thanks for the informative & ethical videos.
Absolutely agree, bodybuilding need a change .... hope Arnold see your vid
luimarco, i agree completely with you on every aspect, especially adding the 3 new elements you mentioned. The women's categories for bodybuilding demand a dancing/artistic display before they hit the mandatory poses right, so with that being said, the IFBB should require men to do the same but with a more classical and more manly type of way. I salute you on a daily! Keep representing our sport sir, i appreciate it a lot
great job dude .. lets hope they change things ..
I'd say you hit the nail right on the head! Great video.
Thank you for your videos! People need to know the difference between actual bodybuilding and freak bodybuilding. Your videos are always awesome! Keep it up!
Great video, thanks man
Loved this video so much SALUTE YOU LUI
Mr. Marco, I believe it is in all of our interests that you find a way to become a judge!
"These last few videos have completely changed my view on BB I was one who loved the freaks thought bigger was better but not anymore ..man amazing video I have complete change in opinion ." I feel the same I am so happy that Arnold is talking about that. Great video love your work keep it up I look for them ever day. Great job on your own personal physique you look great. I really liked your video about you looking into TRT. I have been tested and I have low Test. levels this thhinking about it. If you could do another video on TRT that would be great!! Sorry for bad grammar I try my best Sorry Severley Dyslexic.
Great video man! You made so many valid points. Quality over quantity! Vacuum it up.
I couldn't agree more! The V-shape, aesthetic look of the 70's and 80's is, and always will be, the best!
this video should be seen by everyone who cares about humanity salute u on a daily and nightly LUI !!
ps : DAMN U YATES -_-
Love the vids. Keep them coming
Aesthetics all day and daily bruahhh
Salute you Lui
"Pregnancy, daily bonanza" hahahahah omg good video Lui
Great video. I was an NPC judge in Florida from 1998 thru 2009 and I agree with pretty much every point you made. The three things you suggest would be a great start but I doubt the IFBB will do it. Back when Dorian was winning the MR O and Shawn Ray was 2nd I thought the judging criteria was inconsistent ie why wasn't the next biggest freak 2nd and the next biggest 3rd and so on. Instead they put the most aesthetic (Shawn) 2nd. My reaction was, hey they need to make up their minds, one or the other, mass or class, you know? No disrespect meant to Dorian. He was awesome and real and a straight up guy. Have not seen the vid of Arnold criticizing the judges but will check it out. Your comments were critical while giving respect to all these champions. Great job. Thanks.
Man! You have the best talk!
Agree 100%
Cheers,
Brasil.
If Lui would have never been around, imagine how bad bubble guts would be by now. Still bad but no doubt they'd be worse
Damn, imagine what conversation between lui and arnold would be like. Probably amazing!!
Cool video, Elliot Hulse also covered this once when he talked about the vacuum cleaner exercise or what was the name, one out of the many factors that helped guys like Arnold S. to have their V shaped bodies.
I suggest another judging criteria, "interpose consistency," as a means to cut back on the gut. As you noted there is a huge difference between the appearance of body builders when they are controlling their gut, and when they are relaxed. An interpose consistency category in judging would look at quality of the body builder's physique between poses and see how much they deviated from their appearance during poses. Body builder's whose physiques seem to either distend, warp, or outright collapse between poses would receive significant points deductions on their scorecards. This additional category of judging would encourage body builders to build better bodies overall, rather than just better specialized machines that look almost alien outside of the context of contest posing.