Way Back Whenesday: American Gladiators

American Gladiators aired from 1989 to 1996. It was a tournament show that put regular people (selected by certain tests of strength and agility) up against the Gladiators. These were trained 'pros' and were absolutely massive in terms of muscle. Tyler and I watched these shows on the weekend while playing in the basement. Later on, it was referred to in several shows we watched after school including Saved by the Bell and Family Matters.
There was a revival of the show in 2008 apparently, but it only lasted two seasons.