When you think of the most aesthetic physiques of the golden era, Serge Nubret is definitely one of the top names on that list. Although Serge has phenomenal genetics, don’t think that he didn’t have to work insanely hard for every ounce of muscle that he packed on. That hard work payed off, making Serge Nubret the only athlete to have won 6 world titles in 4 different bodybuilding federations.Serge was born in Anse-Bertrand, Guadeloupe on October 6th 1938. Serge always had a natural gift for athletics and started bodybuilding at the age of 20. He soon found out that bodybuilding was his purpose in life. After only two years, Serge determined that one day he would be a world champion. That year he became the IFBB Worlds Most Muscular Man in Montreal and 7 years later, he won the NABBA Mr.
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Universe contest in London. Serge Nubret’s Training RoutineSerge had a very unique approach towards training. He didn’t lift heavy, he used high reps and very high volume. Serge’s routine was based around chasing the pump and having short rest periods between sets.
The purpose is to force as much blood into the muscle as possible for as long as possible, bringing vital nutrients into the muscle to aid growth. Serge lifted weights 6 days a week and would hit every muscle (except for abs) 2 times a week. Abs/Rest Day (non-weighted ab exercises for an hour straight)Serge went to failure on every set. If you are at the beginner or intermediate stage, it may be smart to save failure towards the end of your workout. If you go to failure on every set and feel like you can still recover properly before your next session, then do it.
If you struggle to recover on this program, the first thing you can do is cut the volume down. If you are a beginner, it would be smart to start by cutting the volume in half, then gradually increasing volume as your body adapts to the routine.Serge Nubret’s Bodybuilding CareerLasting 25 years, Serge Nubret had one of the longest bodybuilding careers in the sport. One of the shows that he is most known for is the 1975 Mr. Olympia where he competed alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno. This show was featured in the well-known bodybuilding film “Pumping Iron”. Some argue that Serge deserved to win the 1975 Mr. Olympia title, and it’s easy to see why.
Serge’s physique flows together in a more aesthetic manner than Arnold’s but where Arnold beat him was size. Serge’s contest weight was around 200lbs and Arnold’s was around 235lbs.
Although there were times where Serge came up short and placed 2nd or 3rd in a competition, he is still a holder of some of the most prestigious bodybuilding titles in the world. 1958: Mr. Guadeloupe. 1960: IFBB World Most Muscular Man. 1963: NABBA Pro Mr. Universe (2nd). 1964: NABBA Pro Mr.
Universe (2nd). 1969: NABBA Pro Mr. Universe (3rd). 1969: IFBB Mr. World (Tall) (2nd). 1970: IFBB Mr.
Europe (Tall). 1972: IFBB Mr. Olympia (3rd). 1973: IFBB Mr.
Olympia (3rd). 1975: IFBB Mr. Olympia (Heavy Weight, 2nd). 1976: NABBA Pro Mr. Universe. 1976: WBBG Mr.
Olympus (2nd). 1977: NABBA Pro Mr. Universe (2nd). 1977: WBBG Mr.
Olympus. 1977: WBBG Pro Mr. World.
1978: NABBA Pro. Universe (2nd). 1981: Pro WABBA World Championships. 1983: Pro WABBA World ChampionshipsIn the years before Serge’s death, he published two books; “I am Me and God” and “Seventy Years Young”. “I am Me and God” was more philosophical in nature and “Seventy Years Young” was a complete autobiography that detailed his training techniques, nutrition techniques and lifestyle. In March of 2009 Serge fell into a coma and passed away April 19th 2011 at age 72.
Serge Nubret went down in history as one of the most accomplished men in bodybuilding history.“To be a good bodybuilder you must be a good observer” – Serge Nubret A Tribute Serge NubretCheckout These Posts.