Harold Poole: Bodybuilding Legend

Born on December 25, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky, Harold Poole was one of the more athletically gifted competitors from the golden age of bodybuilding. At Shortridge High School in Indianapolis, Poole’s athleticism was apparent with his success as a quarterback, placing second in the state in wrestling, running the 440 in 50 seconds, and throwing a twelve pound shot put 55 feet.