1980 Ms. Olympia
The 1980 Ms. Olympia contest was an International Federation of Bodybuilders Professional Division professional female bodybuilding contest. It was the first Ms. Olympia contest held.
Prize money
- 1st - $5,000
Rounds
- Round 1 : Judging the overall balance and proportion of contestants' physiques.
- Round 2 : Focused on muscle size and definition.
- Round 3 : Contestants performed mandatory poses to highlight their muscle groups.
- Round 4 : A choreographed posing routine where contestants showcased their physique and presentation skills.
Notable events
- Rachel McLish won her first Ms. Olympia.
- Ms. Olympia was originally known as Miss Olympia.
- Lorie Johnston was the youngest person to ever compete as a Ms. Olympia competition, at the age of 17 years.