WILL TO ACHEIVE

ROBBY ROBINSON
CABLE BICEPS CURLS
Photo by Kris Gethin

The longer you practice 
all the parts of 
YOUR CRAFT, 
the more you 
“RELAX” 
into the routine. 

IT INCREASES 

YOUR STRENGTH 

OF WILL TO ACHIEVE.

Peace, Robby

CHAMPION IAN DUCKETT MR. BRITIAN

IAN DUCKETT FROM ENGLAND ATTENDED MY ULTIMATE BODYBUILDING LIFESTYLE TRAINING CAMP FOR 1 WEEK. IT WAS GREAT TO SEE ANOTHER CHAMPION, SO DRIVEN, MOTIVATED, PASSIONATE AND STRONG. 

ROBBY ROBINSON AND IAN DUCKET IN RR'S MASTER CLASS
● www.robbyrobinson.net//master-class.php ●

I'M TALKING ABOUT SET FOR SET 

- REP FOR REP! 

MEETING AND WORKING WITH IAN WAS AN HONOR. 

BOTH OF US HAVE BUILT TOUGH MINDSETS WITH TOTAL FOCUS ON OUR LIFE GOALS, INGRAINED FROM YEARS OF CONSISTENT WORK IN THE GYM AND GIVING EXPERT ADVICE TO CLIENTS. 

WARRIORS WITH A SWAGGER WITH VERY POSITIVE ATTITUDES, THE KIND OF CHAMPIONS, YOUR FIELD OF ENERGY DESIRES TO BE AROUND, WHEN YOU HAVE THE LONGING TO GET IN YOUR BEST SHAPE OR HAVE THE DESIRE TO BUILD THE CHAMPIONSHIP PHYSIQUE OF YOUR DREAMS. 

Train with the Legends of the Game - Ian Ducket in
Master Class with Robby Robinson
● www.robbyrobinson.net//dvd_master_class.php ●

IAN, ALL OF US AT BODY&ART APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT AND POSITIVE ENERGY. 

WE’RE STILL WAITING FOR YOU OUTSIDE THE FOGHORN. 

WE WISH CHAMPIONS ANDREW, HEATHER AND THE OTHER COMPETITORS MUCH SUCCESS THIS WEEKEND. 

CHECK OUT HIS DIARY OF THE WEEK'S EVENTS AND EXPERIENCES ON HIS BLOG: www.musclesportmag.com/2009/09/08/robby-robinson-and-the-master-plan-part-1

INTERVIEW WITH THE CINEMATOGRAPHER OF BUILT

ROBBY ROBINSON's DVD BUILT

(cameraman and editor ZEKE ANDERS)

won a Remi-Award - Houston International Film Festival 2007

"Zeke was totally professional from his cameraman work, vision and the ability to get to my core making every scene touch the emotional levels of someone that has a love for the true art of bodybuilding." - Robby Robinson

ROBBY ROBINSON AND ZEKE ANDERS - LEG PRESS
FILMING OF REMI-AWARDED "BUILT" DVD

ZEKE ANDERS, THE FILMMAKER OF 
REMI-AWARDED "BUILT" DVD

ZEKE ANDERS is that 1 of a kind talented cinematographer. For 6 -months I observed from afar this calm, spiritual field of energy, conscious of the world around him but into his craft WITH AN INTENSITY, FOCUS, AND DRIVE. 

After much debate before introducing myself., being a very reclusive person and respect others boundaries, I approached him. 

He told me he worked in the movie business and that he was shooting a fitness program for television. 

After giving it some thought, I asked him if he would shoot and edit my DVD. We reached an agreement and the rest is history - BUILT won a Remi-Award at the Houston Film Festival in 2007. 

Zeke was totally professional from his cameraman work, vision and the ability to get to my core making every scene touch the emotional levels of someone that has a love for the true art of bodybuilding.

Thanks, Zeke.

Peace, Robby

1. What encouraged you to become a director?

It was in high school where I found my calling to become a filmmaker. I was fortunate to have been part of a video / film program that was revered as being the 'best in the nation'. 

That was my film school. I was allowed free-range to experiment and express different techniques and styles. And as a result, received many national student awards including top accolades from The New York Nationals and The L.A. Student International Film / Video Festival. 

I've always been a "visual" person - interested in illustration, photography so naturally, I was drawn to the moving-image of filmmaking at an early age.

2. What gives you a sense of happiness in your work and life.

There is no other feeling than the sense of accomplishment. From start to finish - whether it's a short project taking only a few months or a labor of love that might take years to complete - knowing that I finish what I start is very satisfying. 

Filmmaking is such a communal process - it takes many people to make a film and when finished, it's to be a shared experience. Sharing those moments are what gives me happiness in my work and life.

3. You did and excellent job on the RR ''The Black Prince dvd ''BUILT''

Thank you. Again, filmmaking is such a collaborative process. We all did an excellent job - and it was an absolute pleasure to work with you.

4. Were you surprised BUILT won a ''Remi award" at the Houston Film Festival?

Yes. I was pleasantly surprised but not in the sense that we shouldn't have deserved this. I know that BUILT is good. It has real heart. But it's always a bonus when other people recognize our efforts. Robby has such a great story thru-line in BUILT, that no matter who watches, it inspires.

5. Do you enjoy your work?

I love what I do and do what I love. This doesn't mean that I love everything I've done, but every new project is a learning experience. I think of myself as a student filmmaker for life because I don't pretend to know everything. Looking back on my work, I can see the mistakes, poor decisions or just plain bad direction. But that's where I learn to not make the same mistake twice. Filmmaking is a lot like trial and error.... practice makes perfect. Keep at it, eventually you'll get it right.

6. What other hobbies do you enjoy?

I really enjoy music - listening and playing. I learned the piano at a very early age and really became to love the "therapy" it offers. It's a great release. I also enjoy photography, writing and traveling. And of course, watching movies! The best thing is I'm able to apply my hobbies to my filmmaking.

7. Built touched me emotionally the first time viewed, got this reply from several clients that order the dvd. Where do you pull your magic from? 

I love how BUILT has touched you and others. That really is the magic of BUILT. I wish I could take credit for that, but can't. I think where the magic comes from is the collaboration of everyone involved. Our hearts were in the right place when we made this film and it definitely shows.

9. Your camera perfection was excellent, Robby made this statement- the next great director . How long have you and Mary been a team in directing and writing?

Mary and I have worked as a team for eleven years. It's a great partnership because what I lack, she excels and vice-versa. She keeps me in check and she is my second pair of eyes. We can anticipate each other's thoughts and double check the details. I wouldn't want it any other way.

www.zekeanders.com

© ROBBY ROBINSON

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JUDGEMENT DAY AT THE BIG O

Lou Ferrigno, Robby Robinson and Boyer Coe - front double biceps
Pose down at Mr Olympia 1994 Masters with RR as absolute winner
● www.robbyrobinson.net/books.php ●   

A JOB WELL DONE!


WHEN I HEARD THAT DEXTER "THA BLADE" JACKSON HAD BEATEN JAY CUTTLER "MY HOUSE", THE REIGNING MR. OLYMPIA CHAMPION, AN INTENSE FLUSH OF ADRENALINE PUMPED MY MIND INTO FLASHBACK MODE TO 1994. 

I REMEMBERED, A FRIEND IN NORWAY, WHERE I WAS LIVING AT THE TIME, HAD GOTTEN HIS FLEX FOR THE MONTH AND TOLD ME THAT WAYNE DEMILIA WANTED ME TO CONTACT HIM. THERE WAS GOING TO BE THE FIRST MASTERS MR. OLYMPIA CHAMPIONSHIP. 

Robby Robinson at the first Mr Olympia 1994 Masters
winning over the mighty Lou "The Hulk" Ferrigno
● www.robbyrobinson.net//dvd_master_class.php ●

I KNEW THAT LOU FERRIGNO HAD JUST COMPLETED HIS NEW MOVIE, STANDING TALL, AND THE IFBB WANTED HIM TO WIN TO PROMOTE THE MOVIE. 

MY TRAINING / EATING HABITS CHANGED THAT SAME DAY AND THE REST IS HISTORY. 

I’M STILL HIGH FROM SEEING JOE AND BEN WEIDER WALKING OUT ON THAT STAGE WITH THE SANDOW TROPHY. 

INSIDE MY BODY, I WAS JUMPING UP AND DOWN LIKE A KID IN A CANDY STORE. NOTHING FELT SWEETER, AND I HAVE NOT EATEN SWEETS IN OVER 40 YEARS.

Dexter Jackson, Phil Heath, Jay Cuttler posing at Mr "O" '08
● www.robbyrobinson.net/motivation.php ●

I WAS VERY HAPPY FOR DEXTER AND EXCITED FOR THE BODYBUILDING COMMUNITY. 

EVEN THOUGH JAY STILL PLACED SECOND, TO WHICH MANY OF MY EUROPEAN CLIENTS MADE THE COMMENT THAT HE WAS LUCKY TO HAVE BEEN PROPPED UP BY THE IFBB SELECTIVE JUDGING SYSTEM. 

NONE OF THAT SURPRISED ME. THEY HAVE BEEN DOING THAT FOR YEARS DATING BACK TO THE 70’S. 

Bob Paris and Francis Benfatto
● www.robbyrobinson.net/dvd_built.php ●

THEY HAVE BEEN WEAK AT GIVING THE TITLE TO AN AESTHETIC BEAUTIFUL WELL PROPORTIONED PHYSIQUE. 

THOSE IN THE LINE OF BOB PARIS, FRANCIS BENFATTO AND SERGE NUBRET. FRANK ZANE WAS THE LAST ONE TO BE HONORED FOR HIS INCREDIBLE PHYSIQUE. 

HOPEFULLY 'THE BLADE' WILL CARRY THE TORCH WITH HONOR, DIGNITY. BECOMING A CONSISTENT WINNER OF THE "BIG O". 

FREAKAZOID PHYSIQUES

REPRESENTING THE IFBB / NPC

SHOULD BE BANNED!

Serge Nubret; Frank Zane at Mr Olympia 1972
● www.robbyrobinson.net//anabolic-pack.php ●

IT GIVES THE SPORT / BUSINESS A BAD IMAGE. 

THERE SHOULD NOT BE A PLACE FOR OVER-BLOWN GUTS AND COMPETITORS WITHOUT AN OUNCE OF SHAPE OR SYMMETRY. 

RONNIE COLEMAN EMBARRASSED HIMSELF AT HIS LAST 2 "BIG O" CHAMPIONSHIPS FOR THE SAKE OF SIZE AND ENDED UP LOSING HIS NINTH TO "THE HOUSE". THAT’S HIS LEGACY. 

ONLY WINNERS ARE REMEMBERED

Dexter Jackson - Mr Olympia 2008 and Ben Weider
● www.robbyrobinson.net//master-class.php ●

BLADE,
THERE IS NOTHING
YOU CAN’T DO! 

KEEP THE 6-PACK TIGHT AND IMPROVING ON YOUR QUALITY OF MUSCLE THICKNESS AND NOBODY WILL BEAT YOU. 

NOTHING 

IS DIFFICULT TO THOSE THAT HAVE

THE WILL.

WINNERS DEVELOP THE HABITS 

OF DOING THOSE THINGS

FAILURES DON’T LIKE TO DO.

HEALTHY FOODS VS CHEESY FOOD

Robby Robinson - photo shoot during training in Gold's Gym '70s
● www.robbyrobinson.net/dvd_built.php ●

I LOVE TO READ. 

JUST FINISHED READING "BEYOND THE GAME" BY AUTHOR GARY SMITH. 

IT IS A MUST READ - AN ADVENTURE FROM START TO FINISH. THE STORIES WILL TOUCH YOUR CORE. 

BY THE WAY THE LA CITY COUNCIL RECENTLY PASSED A LAW THAT WOULD BAR FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS FROM OPENING FOR AT LEASE A YEAR. 

NOW THAT’S A BLESSING.

THE BEST NEWS TO HIT THE PLANET OVER THE LAST 8 YEARS. ESPECIALLY FOR SOUTH LOS ANGELES. ON A RIDE THROUGH THESE AREAS YOU SEE A LOT OVERWEIGHT PEOPLE - YOUNG AND OLD. 

● www.robbyrobinson.net/consultation.php ●

LA CITY COUNCIL APPROVED THE FAST FOOD MORATORIUM UNANIMOUSLY, DESPITE COMPLAINTS FROM REPRESENTATIVES OF MICKEY-D’S AKA McDONALD, CARL JUNIOR AND OTHER COMPANIES WHO SAID HEY WERE BEING UNFAIRLY TARGETED. 

IT HAS TAKEN SIX YEARS TO GET THIS BILL PASSED. 

CHEESY FOOD SOURCES ARE BAD FOR YOUR HEALTH. 

Tyson Gay was named IAAF Male Athlete of the year for 2007
and was USOC Sportsman of the Year.
● www.robbyrobinson.net//anabolic-pack.php ●

I WAS TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY WHEN I READ ABOUT THE 2OO8 - 100 METER AMERICAN CHAMPION; TYSON GAY HAD INCLUDED CHEESY FOOD IN HIS EATING PROGRAM FOR YEARS. 

I THOUGHT IT WAS A JOKE. 

 TAKING HIS MOTHER’S ADVICE WOULD HAVE PAID OFF FOR HIM AT THE OLYMPICS. 

YOU SHOULD WANT TO KNOW WHAT YOU'RE EATING IS NUTRITIOUS. IT BOOSTS YOUR SELF-ESTEEM LEVEL. 

I BELIEVE THIS IS A VICTORY FOR THE PEOPLE OF SOUTH AND EAST LOS ANGELES FOR THEM TO HAVE BETTER FOOD OPTIONS. I HOPE MORE CITIES WILL TAKE THIS ACTION.

SHOWDOWN - MR OLYMPIA 2008

CHARLES "ROCK SOLID" DIXON
Mr Olympia 2008 COMPETITOR
● www.robbyrobinson.net/motivation.php ●

CHARLES AND CHAD 

CHAD - CHARLES DIXON -

YOU TWO
SHOULD BE PROUD
OF YOUR EFFORT

THE KEY is for you both to 

NOT GIVE UP

ON EACH OTHER

and instead come up with a 
NEW STRATEGY 
OF HIGH INTENSE workouts for 2009. 

Couple of points - 

WORK MORE ON THOSE 7 MANDATORY POSES

CHARLES DIXON AND CHAD SCHAIVE

PRO BODYBUILDING TRAINER AND 
ROBBY'S MASTER CLASS CLIENT

● www.robbyrobinson.net//master-class.php ●

Work on holding each pose for a

20-SECOND COUNT -

first start holding each pose for 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds -- 

this should be your MAIN FOCUS after the workout. 

TAKE TIME TO BUILD UP TO THE 20-SECOND COUNT FOR EACH POSE.

YOU WILL BE AMAZED AT THE
RESULTS

This will create more SEPARATION between muscle groups, creating an illusion of MUSCLE SIZE on stage under the lights. 

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE...

YOU CAN REST LATER

CHARLES "ROCK SOLID" DIXON
Mr Olympia 2008 COMPETITOR
www.robbyrobinson.net/consultation.php

10th. place gives Charles room to GROW and get STRONGER mentally and physically for his next show. 


YOU HAVE TO CONCEIVE
THE INCONCEIVABLE --
THEN ACCOMPLISH IT!

Chad's next show is the 2009 USA
and Charles Dixon's is the NY PRO. 

FOCUS

Peace, Robby

• Robby's dietary anabolic SUPPLEMENTS, OILS and HERBS for natural fat loss and muscle growth at any age
  ▶  www.robbyrobinson.net/anabolic-pack.php
• E-mail Robby for individual training, nutrition and supplementation plans, single training sessions and consultations -
  ▶ info@robbyrobinson.net
• BUILT- Instructional Double DVD - Robby's philosophy on bodybuilding, training and healthy lifestyle, and his old-school workout approach
  ▶ www.robbyrobinson.net/dvd_built.php
• MASTER CLASS - 4-day one-on-one intensive personal training with ROBBY ROBINSON in Gold's gym Venice, CA and nutrition & supplementation seminar -
  ▶ www.robbyrobinson.net/master-class.php
• Robby's CONSULTATION Services to answer your questions about bodybuilding, old school training and healthy lifestyle -
  ▶ www.robbyrobinson.net/consultation.php
• Read about RR's training and life experience, about other legends of Golden Era of bodybuilding and what really happened behind the scenes of Weider's empire - in RR's BOOK "The BLACK PRINCE; My Life in Bodybuilding: Muscle vs. Hustle" -
  ▶ www.robbyrobinson.net/books.php
• MASTER CLASS with ROBBY ROBINSON - INSTRUCTIONAL DVD - Train with the legends of the iron game -
  ▶ www.robbyrobinson.net/dvd_master_class.php 

© ROBBY ROBINSON

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MEMORIES FROM 2004

DEXTER “THE BLADE” JACKSON
IFBB MR OLYMPIA 2008 

I REMEMBER BEING IN THE HEAD QUARTERS OFFICE OF WORLDS GYM IN MARINA DEL REY, CA, GETTING READY TO GET INTO MY OWN WORKOUT, AND RAN INTO DEXTER “THE BLADE” JACKSON WHO WAS PREPARING TO DO A PHOTO SHOOT FOR FLEX. 

HE WAS DISAPPOINTED AND NOT TAKING IT VERY WELL THAT HE WAS NOT PLACING AS HIGH AS HE THOUGHT HE SHOULD.



THE ADVICE I GAVE, WAS 

“YOU’RE ONLY GOING TO FIND WHAT YOU NEED INSIDE OF YOURSELF. GO BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD. 

YOU CAN ACHIEVE WHAT YOU WANT, IF YOU CAN LOOK PAST OBSTACLES.”

THAT’S HOW HE BECAME THE 
2008 IFBB MR OLYMPIA.

CONGRATULATION!

I’M HAPPY FOR YOU.