1985 EFBB Latham’s Winter Classic - Guest Poser Dave Hawk

1985 EFBB Latham’s Winter Classic - Guest Poser Dave Hawk

An absolute British Regional Classic featuring special Guest Poser: DAVE HAWK. Includes EFBB legend Richard Farmer.

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Check Out Some Interesting Facts About Professional Bodybuilder Dave Hawk

**Early Success in the NPC**  
Dave Hawk gained recognition in the amateur ranks of the National Physique Committee (NPC) during the 1980s. His success there paved the way for his eventual entry into higher-level bodybuilding competitions.

**Transition to IFBB**  
After excelling as an amateur, Hawk reportedly earned professional status under the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness (IFBB), giving him the chance to compete against some of the era’s notable professionals.

**Physique Emphasis**  
Like many bodybuilders of the time, Dave Hawk focused on balanced muscularity and strong conditioning rather than sheer mass. He was often recognized for his well-proportioned upper body, including developed arms and chest.

**Training and Coaching**  
Beyond his own competitions, Hawk was involved in personal training and coaching. He shared his methods with aspiring bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts, highlighting fundamentals like progressive overload and disciplined nutrition.

**Media Features**  
During his peak, Dave Hawk appeared in bodybuilding and fitness magazines. These features showcased his training routines, dietary practices, and insights into contest preparation.

**Entrepreneurial Ventures**  
In later years, Hawk reportedly pursued various fitness-related business endeavors. Collaborations with supplement brands, gym franchises, or fitness products were a common path for bodybuilders transitioning from the competitive scene.

**Legacy**  
While not as extensively documented as some of his contemporaries, Dave Hawk remains a part of the 1980s and 1990s competitive scene. Fans who followed the NPC and IFBB events during that era remember him for his balanced approach to training and competition.

David Hawk's Contest History:

1980

Mr Pennsylvania - AAU, Teen Medium, 1st

1981

Teen Mr America - AAU, Light-HeavyWeight, 3rd

1982

Pennsylvania Championships - NPC, Medium, 1st
Pennsylvania Championships - NPC, Teen Overall Winner
Pennsylvania Championships - NPC, Teen Medium, 1st
Teen Mr America - AAU, Medium, 1st

1983

Junior Nationals - NPC, Light-HeavyWeight, 1st

1984

USA Championships - NPC, HeavyWeight, 4th

1985

USA Championships - NPC, Overall Winner
USA Championships - NPC, Light-HeavyWeight, 1st
World Games, Light-HeavyWeight, 1st

1986

Los Angeles Pro Championships - IFBB, 4th
Night of Champions - IFBB, 5th
World Pro Championships - IFBB, 4th

1987

Night of Champions - IFBB, 7th

1991

Night of Champions - IFBB, 13th
Pittsburgh Pro Invitational - IFBB, 10th

1992

Arnold Classic - IFBB, Did not place
Pittsburgh Pro Invitational - IFBB, 11th

2002

Olympia - Masters - IFBB, 4th

2003

Olympia - Masters - IFBB, 4th

Running Time: 185 minutes