Franco Columbu
The Sardinian Strongman
Born August 7, 1941 Ollolai, Sardinia, Italy
Died August 30, 2019 (aged 78) San Teodoro, Sardinia, Italy
Height 5 ft 5 in
Weight 187
Known for his strength, Columbu's clean and jerk record was 400 pounds his bench press record was 525 pounds his squat record was 655 pounds and his deadlift record was 750 pounds.
Freddy Ortiz Professional Bodybuilder
Freddy Ortiz is a bodybuilding legend and fitness model who appeared in numerous muscle magazines during the 1960’s. Originally from Puerto Rico, he moved to the USA at the age of 18 and became inspired by Reg Park.
Only a year later, Freddy appeared in his first competition and placed 2nd. By the time he was 28, Freddy had entered a total of 8 contests – boasting 4 first place trophies and cementing his place among bodybuilding icons.
Born in Puerto Rico in 1941, Freddy Ortiz hadn’t been born with an athletic physique. During most of his teenage years, the youngster didn’t stand out as an sportsman and possessed very ordinary measurements.
