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He had Hulk Hogan. He had WrestleMania. Then Vince McMahon tried to conquer bodybuilding (https://babyfacevheel.substack.com/p/body-blow-a-history-of-the-wbf-from) — and nearly lost everything.
In 1990, Vince McMahon launched a new bodybuilding venture that promised to merge pro wrestling-style entertainment with elite physique athletes. The goal: turn real bodybuilders into TV superstars with characters, storylines, and pay-per-view shows. Backed by WWF money and promoted alongside his supplement brand ICOPRO, this experiment was supposed to redefine fitness entertainment.
00:52 Vince McMahon, The Ringmaster
04:50 Bodybuilding’s Unwanted Invader
05:59 Mr. Olympia Ambush
08:24 WBF is Officially Born
10:39 Muscle Wars: The Empire Gets Petty
12:39 The WrestleMania of Muscles
17:03 WWF SuperStars vs. WBF BodyStars
22:12 Vitamins, Syringes, and Subpoenas
24:00 No Juice, No Joy
25:57 Worst Bodybuilding Show in History
29:28 The Final Flex, McMahon Taps Out
31:17 Vince McMahon vs. The Feds
32:15 No Chance in Hell
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The Rise and Fall of the WBF (World Bodybuilding Federation (https://femuscleblog.wordpress.com/2025/02/19/the-world-bodybuilding-federation-the-wwfs-forgotten-sports-entertainment-experiment/)) the ill-fated bodybuilding organization founded by Vince McMahon that lasted from 1991-1992.
A complete retrospective covering the WBF's foundations in 1990, all the way through to the collapse of the health supplement ICOPRO in 1995. Featuring the likes of Lex Luger, Bret Hart, Lou Ferrigno, Dorian Yates and Dave Meltzer!
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Explore the rise and fall of the World Bodybuilding Federation (https://wrestlingnews.co/stories/world-bodybuilding-federation-ego-fueled-disaster-challenged-weider-empire/), a Vince McMahon venture. This documentary examines the WBF's short lifespan and challenges to the IFBB's dominance. The video delves into the history of bodybuilding and McMahon's ambitious plans.
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This documentary explores the short-lived World Bodybuilding Federation (https://barbend.com/news/world-bodybuilding-federation/), examining its spectacular production values and unique competition format. The video delves into the controversies surrounding the league, including allegations of steroid use and questionable judging. Witness the rise and fall of a bodybuilding venture backed by a wrestling magnate.
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Relive Vince McMahon's disastrous venture into bodybuilding with the World Bodybuilding Federation (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Bodybuilding_Federation)!
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In the early 1990s, Vince McMahon attempted to rival the IFBB and he created the WBF (https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/world-bodybuilding-federation/). But it failed miserably. This is the story.
He had Hulk Hogan. He had WrestleMania. Then Vince McMahon tried to conquer bodybuilding (https://babyfacevheel.substack.com/p/body-blow-a-history-of-the-wbf-from) — and nearly lost everything.
In 1990, Vince McMahon launched a new bodybuilding venture that promised to merge pro wrestling-style entertainment with elite physique athletes. The goal: turn real bodybuilders into TV superstars with characters, storylines, and pay-per-view shows. Backed by WWF money and promoted alongside his supplement brand ICOPRO, this experiment was supposed to redefine fitness entertainment.
00:52 Vince McMahon, The Ringmaster
04:50 Bodybuilding’s Unwanted Invader
05:59 Mr. Olympia Ambush
08:24 WBF is Officially Born
10:39 Muscle Wars: The Empire Gets Petty
12:39 The WrestleMania of Muscles
17:03 WWF SuperStars vs. WBF BodyStars
22:12 Vitamins, Syringes, and Subpoenas
24:00 No Juice, No Joy
25:57 Worst Bodybuilding Show in History
29:28 The Final Flex, McMahon Taps Out
31:17 Vince McMahon vs. The Feds
32:15 No Chance in Hell
UaL0jHFN4mI
The Rise and Fall of the WBF (World Bodybuilding Federation (https://femuscleblog.wordpress.com/2025/02/19/the-world-bodybuilding-federation-the-wwfs-forgotten-sports-entertainment-experiment/)) the ill-fated bodybuilding organization founded by Vince McMahon that lasted from 1991-1992.
A complete retrospective covering the WBF's foundations in 1990, all the way through to the collapse of the health supplement ICOPRO in 1995. Featuring the likes of Lex Luger, Bret Hart, Lou Ferrigno, Dorian Yates and Dave Meltzer!
hDOiE_gHMWM
Explore the rise and fall of the World Bodybuilding Federation (https://wrestlingnews.co/stories/world-bodybuilding-federation-ego-fueled-disaster-challenged-weider-empire/), a Vince McMahon venture. This documentary examines the WBF's short lifespan and challenges to the IFBB's dominance. The video delves into the history of bodybuilding and McMahon's ambitious plans.
fcwDk-d1wB0
This documentary explores the short-lived World Bodybuilding Federation (https://barbend.com/news/world-bodybuilding-federation/), examining its spectacular production values and unique competition format. The video delves into the controversies surrounding the league, including allegations of steroid use and questionable judging. Witness the rise and fall of a bodybuilding venture backed by a wrestling magnate.
6erUc0uY7og
Relive Vince McMahon's disastrous venture into bodybuilding with the World Bodybuilding Federation (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Bodybuilding_Federation)!
PQR24_BB7ik
In the early 1990s, Vince McMahon attempted to rival the IFBB and he created the WBF (https://prowrestlingstories.com/pro-wrestling-stories/world-bodybuilding-federation/). But it failed miserably. This is the story.