that's why 80 's natural sensations jean paul gilaume and mike Ashley were top guys then and swore they were but couldn't be..
Hmmm, good point, but their physiques are not relevant for bodybuilding success today.
Natural, drugged or low dose, they competed at under 200 lbs, around 5'7-8".
It's possible to build an impressive physique without drugs, BUT at a much lighter body wt.
A gifted avg ht guy doesn't need to be on a boatload of drugs to compete ripped at 195lbs.
BUT ,it's IMPOSSIBLE to compete ripped at 5'9" 240 (or more) lbs without a lot drugs.
Thus, you can't even compete with the top pros today at a body wt from the 1990's.
Change the judging standard to the best overall physique and you effectively end a lot of drug advantage.
Modern, hardcore fans don't want Zane or Ashley .
They want massive freaks like Phil, Kai or big Ronnie.
The more freaky mass required to win = more drugs required to compete.