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May 30, 2023 · Mike Quinn competed as a professional bodybuilder from 1987 to 1999. In 1988, the phenom entered a whopping 10 pro shows and made the posedown (top six) in nine of them, highlighted by a sixth place finish in the 1988 Mr. Olympia, his Olympia debut at only 26.
Aug 3, 2023 · According to Muscle Memory , Quinn was born on Nov. 18, 1961. He made his bodybuilding debut at the 1981 AAU Mr. America, where he won the overall Teen title and placed 10th in the heavyweight...
May 30, 2023 · While navigating his career, Quinn took part in a total of four Mr. Olympia competitions. His best finish came in his debut at 1988 Mr. Olympia where he finished fifth, an event that was won by eight-time champ, Lee Haney.
- Accomplishments
- Biography
- Training
- Nutrition
- Idols and Influences
- What We Can Learn from Mike Quinn
Contest History
1981 1. AAU Mr. America, HeavyWeight, 10th place 2. AAU Teen Mr. America, Heavyweight & Overall, 1st place 1982 1. NPC Junior Nationals, HeavyWeight, 2nd place 2. NPC Nationals, HeavyWeight, 7th place 1983 1. NPC USA Championships, HeavyWeight, 4th place 1984 1. AAU Mr. America, Medium, 3rd place 2. NABBA Mr. Universe, Medium, 1st place 3. NABBA World Championships, Medium, 2nd place 1986 1. NPC Nationals HeavyWeight, 4th place 1987 1. NPC USA Championships, HeavyWeight & Overall, 1st place 2...
Fights and Bullies
Mike Quinn was born and raised in Brockton, Massachusetts. Growing up, he was often involved in fights with other kids. However, most of the boys Mike fought were larger in size – because of this, he was often bullied and couldn’t do anything to defend himself. However, as he grew older, Mike gained some size and strength naturally. This gave him the confidence to fend off any bullies that would want to fight him. As Mike said;“Later, I beat the fuck out of anyone that had ever beaten me up.”
Attention Problems
Bullying wasn’t the only problem that Mike faced as a child. He also suffered from mental disorders such as ADHD. This made it hard for Mike to stay relaxed and focused while he was in school.
Start of Training
Mike’s first training session took place in his home’s cellar, when he was 13 years old. His father, who built a small gym in the cellar, invited Mike to try to lift some weights. Since he was already naturally strong, Mike found it surprisingly easy to train. He said:
Power-Bodybuilding Style
Mike had tried countless variations of training over his career as a bodybuilder. However, by far the most effective for him was power-bodybuilding. With this training style, Mike did four days of heavy training, followed by four days of light exercises. On heavy days, he’d take more rest between sets to “stimulate testosterone release”. On lighter days, Mike trained with more reps and short rest between sets to raise his growth hormone levels. These light sessions also enabled Mike to recove...
Short Duration, High Intensity
Along with power-bodybuilding, Mike also loved doing quick and intense workouts. He’d do a series of high-intensity exercises with extremely short rest periods. Some of the exercises he’d do included barbell squats, bench press, and overhead press. Mike says, it’s these movements that built the foundations of his physique. But while he enjoyed lifting heavy, Mike never let the weights affect his form. He said: “The key things to my type of training are heavy weights with strict form, not to o...
Mike’s Back & Biceps Workout
Mike’s back and biceps workout is all about “intensity, not duration,”according to him. He starts the session with a couple of sets of light lat pulldowns, which warms up his muscles. Mike then proceeds to do working sets, which look like this; 1. Seated Cable Pulley, 4 sets of 10-12 reps 2. Dumbbell Row, 3 sets of 8-12 reps 3. Dumbbell Pullovers, 3 sets of 8-12 reps 4. Alternating Dumbbell Curls, 4 sets of 8-12 reps 5. Preacher Curls, 3 sets of 8-10 reps 6. Concentration Curls, 3 sets of 8-1...
Mike believes that nowadays, bodybuilders focus too much on protein. He says, 1g of protein per pound of body weight is more than enough to build muscle. He also says that far too many people avoid carbs, which he believes is not healthy for the body. In fact, Mike says carbs are the best energy source. He would often increase his carb intake befor...
Mike’s first influence in bodybuilding was his father. When Mike was still a child, he saw his father training in their small home gym. However, Mike’s father didn’t allow him to train with him because he was still too young to lift weights. It wasn’t until Mike was 13 that he was finally invited for his first workout with his father. It was only o...
Mike Quinn had one trait that made people either love him or hate him – his unapologetic honesty. He was never afraid to speak up his mind and was also often aggressive towards those that provoked him. He couldn’t stand bullies, because he knew what it was like to be picked on as a kid. Later down the road, Mike channeled his frustrations and anger...
Nov 11, 2010 · Of course, when I wanted to become a professional in the IFBB they made me start all over again with state-level shows until I won the USA in ’87. T-Nation: How were you first introduced to steroids? MQ: The first few years I trained in a gym, my dad trained there with me and kept all the steroid dealers away from me.
A: Mike began weight training at a young age, showcasing his dedication and passion for fitness. Q: How many championships has Mike Quinn won? A: Over the years, Quinn has clinched numerous titles, establishing himself as a formidable figure in the world of bodybuilding. Q: What makes Mike Quinn an inspiration for aspiring bodybuilders?
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Oct 5, 2023 · His best finish came in his debut in 1988, where he achieved an impressive fifth place. In addition, Quinn achieved the prestigious title of NABBA Mr. Universe London, an honor he shared with bodybuilding icons Arnold Schwarzenegger and Steve Reeves.
