When the topic concerns bodybuilders, the first Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno, who were able to embark on stellar acting careers in addition to their bodybuilding regimen, could be brought up. While these two players, especially the former, deserve all the respect they deserve, neither of them comes close to eight-time Mr. Olympia champion Ronnie Coleman, widely regarded as the greatest bodybuilder of all. time, thanks to the record 26 titles he has won. as an IFBB professional.
Ronnie Coleman – Bio (Age)
Coleman, born to the birth of Ronnie Dean Coleman, was welcomed into the world on May 13, 1964. His birth was in Monroe, Louisiana. Details regarding his childhood and parents are unavailable and it is unclear whether he has any siblings or is an only child. Regarding his education, records show that he attended Grambling State University (GSU) in Louisiana, graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting.
Contrary to what his academic accomplishments might suggest, Ronnie Coleman wasn’t entirely a geek in school. Among other things, he was on his school’s American football team and served as middle linebacker to legendary college football coach Eddie Robinson. After graduating from college, Coleman failed to find a job as an accountant, prompting him to first work at a pizza joint before becoming a police officer in Arlington, Texas in 1989.
While working as a cop, Coleman, who had a huge body, was motivated by his colleague to try bodybuilding. He then joined a gym in 1990 and competed in that year’s Mr. Texas bodybuilding competition, winning both the heavyweight and overall categories. In 1995, Ronnie Coleman turned pro and won his first professional competition at the Canada Pro Cup. He retained the title the following year before winning the 1997 Russian Grand Prix. During this time, however, he failed the prestigious Mr. Olympia contest; finishing 15th in 1994, 10th in 1995, 6th in 1996 and 9th in 1997.
In 1998, Ronnie Coleman was able to put more focus on his craft as he won the Night of Champions tournament before defeating favorite Kenneth Wheeler and winning that year’s Mr. Olympia contest. For the next eight years, from 1998 to 2005, the Louisiana native was able to pull off the longest winning streak in the contest’s history before being dethroned by Jay Cutler in 2006. During that time, he became the first man to achieve victory. Arnold Classic and Mr. Olympia in the same year (2001), a feat Dexter Jackson never repeated in 2008. In 2007, Coleman attempted to regain his title but only managed a 4th place finish, marking his last appearance at a major event.
Net value
A number of celebrity wealth calculator sites put Ronnie Coleman’s net worth at $10 million. The bodybuilding icon has become rich by winning numerous awards in the competitions he has won, as well as by endorsing several products. Additionally, Coleman launched a company in 2011 called the Ronnie Coleman Signature Series, which offers sports nutrition and wellness products to bodybuilders and other athletes. He has also produced several training videos.
Height and width
Ronnie Coleman isn’t the tallest person you would ever stand as he stands at a height of 180cm (5ft 11in). Additionally, his weight is between 130 and 136 pounds (287 and 300 pounds) during the contest season and between 143 and 145 kg (315 and 320 pounds) off season. His other available measurements are chest: 150 cm and arms: 61 cm.
What happened to him?
Following his appearance at the 2007 Mr. Olympia, Ronnie Coleman apparently retired from the profession as he began to struggle with the effects of a long career in bodybuilding. The extreme weights he has lifted over the years, such as squats and 800-pound weight lifting, have required him to undergo several surgeries, including two hip replacements and others, in order to relieve chronic pain caused by damaged intervertebral discs.
According to Coleman, some of the surgeries he allegedly cost him almost half a million dollars, but he still hasn’t done much to fix the problem because he now needs help with work. Despite this, he still managed to train so he could prevent muscle loss and felt no regrets as he was determined to reach the top of the sport of bodybuilding at all costs.
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