Reg Park

Roy "Reg" Park (7 June 1928 – 22 November 2007) from Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, was a bodybuilder, businessman and film actor. Reg Park invented the "Golden Six" routine, which is a staple for beginner bodybuilders who desire to gain fast immediate gains..

Biography

Showing athletic interests early in life, Reg Park dedicated his teenage years to excelling in football where he played in the reserves for Leeds United. He had no specific interest in bodybuilding until age 16 when he met muscleman David Cohen. Upon learning that Cohen lifted weights at his friend's house, Park joined in out of curiosity. Park's legendary physique would begin to grow from barbells, dumbbells and a simple chinning bar.

During his national service he was a Physical Training Instructor in Singapore. Upon discharge from the army in 1948, he witnessed his first physique contest; the inaugural NABBA Mr. Universe contest, in which John Grimek edged out Steve Reeves in controversial fashion. It was this contest that inspired Park to compete himself.