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Eugen Sandow

Full Name: Eugen Sandow

Nickname: Father of Modern Bodybuilding

Date of Birth: 2 April 1867

Nationality: German

Height: 175.9 cm (5 ft 9.3 in)

Major Achievements: Organized the world's first major bodybuilding competition in 1901

Training Philosophy: Developed 'The Grecian Ideal' for perfect physique with specific weights and repetitions

Influences: Profound impact on modern yoga and physical culture

Eugen Sandow

Quote: "Strength and How to Obtain It"

Contests

YearNameCategoryResult
1901World's First Major Bodybuilding CompetitionBodybuildingOrganizer and Judge
1902Weightlifting ContestWeightliftingDefeated by Katie Brumbach

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