Dorian Yates Tribute To Mike & Ray Mentzer

I have to admit that I was deeply moved by the writing of Mike Mentzer. Mike didn't just write about bodybuilding, he wrote about character and life. I was not the only one moved by the wisdom of Mike. Please read the tribute that 6 times Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates wrote about Mike and his younger brother Ray. Dorian had the privilege of being trained by Mike in 1992 as he prepared for his 2nd Mr. Olympia contest, one that would catapult him towards the winner's circle for 6 consecutive years.

You can read the tribute as it is posted on Mike's site at:
http://www.mikementzer.com/sportremembers.html

TRIBUTE TO MIKE AND RAY
BY DORIAN YATES

When I became interested in bodybuilding in the early eighties, I devoured everything that I could find in print about the sport. During this time, I became aware of Mike and Ray Mentzer and was obviously impressed with the huge dense musculature that Mike and Ray displayed. More impressive than the physiques though was the radical and logical training approach that Mike was recommending through his regular articles in Muscle and Fitness.

Mike was a great inspiration to me during my early training days. I was lucky enough to meet Mike and Ray during one of my early visits to California, and during this time, we developed a friendship and mutual respect. I had spoken with Mike shortly before his death, so I was deeply shocked to hear of his passing.... and then the tragic news of Ray's death.

I will personally remember Mike and Ray as pioneers in the sport, strong proud men who stood up for what they believed in and didn't worry about going against the grain..... I WILL MISS THEM!

Dorian Yates
Mr. Olympia winner six consecutive years 1992-1997