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Leroy Colbert

Full Name: Leroy Colbert

Date of Birth: May 9, 1933

Nationality: American

Profession: Bodybuilder

Weight: 205 - 215lbs (88.5 - 93.0kg)

Chest Size: 52"

Waist Size: 32"

Era: 1950

Major Achievements: First black athlete on the cover of Muscle Power magazine; Mr. America 1953; inducted into IFBB Hall of Fame 2003

Training Philosophy: High volume sets with heavy weights

Favorite Exercises: Bench Press, Squat, Bent Arm Lateral Raises

Nutrition Philosophy: Focused on natural foods; avoided steroids

Influences: Joe Weider

Quote: "Champions are made, not born"

Contests

YearNameCategoryResult
1951Mr Eastern America - AAU6th
1952Mr America - AAU17th
1952Mr New York City - AAUWinner
1952Mr New York State - AAU5th
1953Mr Eastern America - AAUWinner
1953Mr New York State - AAU5th
1954Junior Mr America - AAUEastDid not place

Magazines

YearMonthEditionName
1953NovemberVol 16, Num 4Muscle Power
1960MayVol 2, Num 12Mr America

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