The multiple-time Ms. Olympia contestant, Sandy Riddell, was known for her incredibly symmetrical physique in the 80s and early 90s. While she passed away in 2015, her workouts continue to inspire bodybuilders to date.

Despite her amazingly toned stature and even proportions, Riddell never managed to win the Ms. Olympia title. The 1989 season saw her in her prime as she finished Ms. Olympia in the prestigious second place. Besides this one, she also earned three more top-10 finishes in Ms. Olympia. Namely:

• 4th place in 1991 Ms. Olympia.
• 6th place in 1992 Ms. Olympia
• 6th place in 1993 Ms. Olympia

Riddell used to train with heavy weights and also made sure to pay attention to every muscle group in her body, which helped her show her mettle at the highest level in the sport. So let's take a look at the specifications of her workout regimen.

Exercises in Sandy Riddell's training routine

Well, the exact specifications of Riddell's workout regimen aren't available in the public domain. But multiple videos display the exercises she performed to build her toned physique with remarkable symmetry.

While she did a lot of exercises, from dumbbell curls to bench presses, here's a list of a few notable mentions:

• Seated weighted press
• Deadlifts
• Bicep cable curls
• Tricep pushdown
• Lying hamstring curls
• Bent over rows

Riddell was also known for her strength, besides her sculpted physique, with reports, as published on Greatest Physiques, saying that she could bench press as heavy as 350 lbs during her prime. She preferred going for long workout sessions, which eliminated the need to do regular cardio.

However, Riddell knew that working out alone wouldn't help her achieve her desired heights in bodybuilding. She also took special care of her diet.

Foods that Sandy Riddell's diet included

Due to the lack of active coverage back in the 80s and 90s, the exact calorie count or proper specifications of Riddell's diet aren't available in the public domain. Reports from Greatest Physiques say that she focused on bulking up in the off-season with a protein-rich diet to build muscle mass.

However, during the cutting phase, Riddell depended on lean foods. Her list included:

• Various vegetables
• Blueberries
• Sweet potatoes
• Egg whites
• Chicken breast

Besides being ardently dedicated to training and her diet, Riddell's on-stage posing and performance also played a significant role in making her one of the most renowned names in women's bodybuilding.

Now that you know how she worked out, will you include a few of those exercises in your training routine?

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Written by

Souvik Roy

Edited by

Zaid Quraishi