Ronnie Coleman now and all you need to know about his bodybuilding history may inspire you who love bodybuilding. Ronald Dean Coleman or as known as Ronnie Coleman or “The King” was born on May 13, 1964. He was a professional bodybuilder who was so famous back then. Ronnie was getting many achievements and took the title of Mr. Olympia from Lee Haney, the legend of bodybuilding.
Wow, I think that is so impressive. You should know that the achievement is not easy to get. You will see more about him here and get more inspiration. However, how about him now? Is he still famous and still become a professional bodybuilder?
Well, we know he is 60 years old now. Nobody is perfect and nothing will last forever. Well, let’s see some information about him now, what his activities are and all about his bodybuilding history.
Ronnie Coleman Bodybuilding History and Achievements
Ronnie Coleman, a man who was born in Monroe, Louisiana, is a professional and famous bodybuilder around 90’s to 20’s. He got the title of Mr. Olympia 8 times from 1998 to 2005. You know, Mr. Olympia is the most prestigious event or contest of bodybuilding around the world. Ronnie Coleman now may not be the Mr. Olympia anymore but he is the legend.
So, here are other achievements of Ronnie Coleman:
1. Mr. Texas
When Ronnie Coleman was 26 years old, he won Mr. Texas in the heavyweight and overall categories. He even defeated his own trainer who trained him to join the event, Brian Dobson. This is obviously his first step to get more achievement in the future.
2. World Amateur Championships
In 1991, Ronnie Coleman also won the World Amateur Championships in heavyweight categories.
3. Canada Pro Cup
This was his first professional championship for him. He won the first place for Canada Pro Cup twice in 1995 and the following year.
4. Grand Prix Russia
Then, in 1997 he won the Grand Prix Russia and was joining the other powerlifting competitions.
5. Mr. Olympia
Ronnie Coleman now will be remembered for his best achievement of all, the Mr. Olympia. For your information, from 1998 to 2007, Coleman not only joined this Mr. Olympia championship but also others such as Grand Prix Finland, Grand Prix Germany, Toronto Pro Invitational, Night of Champion, World Pro Championship, Mr. Brody Langley, New Zealand Grand Prix, Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic and so on.
I have mentioned that he won the first place for this championship from 1998 to 2005, right? Well, he won the second place in 2006 and the fourth place in 2007. Well, those are still impressive for me. What do you think?
Because of those achievements, he got many endorsements and opportunities for his career. He also made guest appearances in many events of gym openings in the US. Besides, he made videos or films of training for people who need them. Here are videos of training he made: The Unbelievable, The Cost of Redemption and On the Road.
Ok, now I will tell you how Ronnie Coleman now and what he is doing as follows.
What Ronnie Coleman Is Doing Now
In 2011, Ronnie Coleman launched Ronnie Coleman Signature Series and became the brand ambassador for bodybuilding products until now. This man with 180 cm heights or 5 ft. 11 in is not perfect; he is still a human who has limits.
Because of many weightlifting he had done; he had to do many surgeries done in 2007. He continues to do bodybuilding activities but it is not the same anymore. The replacement of hips and damages of intervertebral discs made him only use light weight only until now.
Ronnie Coleman now could not walk normally and has to use a wheelchair if he has to go to far places or long distance travel. Some of the surgeries in 2018 made him like that because of the poor outcomes. In 2020, he said that he would never be able to walk again because of the surgeries.
He mentioned that he did not regret becoming a bodybuilder; he just hated the results of questionable surgeries. Especially, the last three surgeries he had done and made him unable to walk normally anymore.
Now, he still has a good body despite his not so young age. Even though he is not able to walk again; he still loves to do exercise to maintain a healthy and good body. I think it is so good to learn that the career can be stopped but you could still be yourself, right?
You could still be a dreamer who does what you love.
I have a brother who loves to go to the gym and gain the best body look so far. I don’t know if he knows about this legendary Ronnie Coleman or not but I think he is good with his passion. So, do you want to be a bodybuilder too or is it enough to gain an impressive body at your gym?
Do not worry, if you are a fan of Ronnie Coleman and want to see more about him and the tips of bodybuilding from him; you could see his videos or films I have mentioned above and all the other videos. He has about seven videos to watch!
You know, he has a unique voice as his trademark in his videos. He also has popular self-encouragement in his videos you will love to hear.
Ok, that is the information about Ronnie Coleman. I hope you got the inspiration from the information I shared. Do you want to be a professional bodybuilder someday? Learning from legends such as Ronnie Coleman will help you.
The long history of bodybuilding is so interesting and inspires you to be one of the history too. However, I do hope you will not be like Ronnie Coleman now who got wrong surgeries and made him quit his career. I hope the best for you and get all your dreams as soon as possible.
That’s all and be the best in your life! Have a good day!
FAQ
Why is Ronnie in a wheelchair?
He got three surgeries that have poor outcomes in 2018.
Does Ronnie Coleman have a wife?
Yes, she is Susan Williamson, an American personal trainer.
How many times has Ronnie won Mr. Olympia?
He won Mr. Olympia 8 times.
How much can Ronnie lift?
It is about 800 pounds.
Here watch Ronnie Coleman squated 800 lbs.
And here watch Ronnie Coleman now in 2023: