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Resurfaced Video of Ronnie Coleman at 2001 Arnold Classic Leaves Bodybuilding Community in Awe

Published 04/25/2024, 2:04 AM EDT

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Arnold Sports recently shared a throwback video of eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman, showcasing Coleman’s unparalleled prowess with a robotic style posing routine, leaving viewers in awe.

Shedding light on Coleman’s incredible performance at the 2001 Arnold Classic stage, the video showcased a remarkable transformation. The way he moved around and took center stage resembled a robot due to his gigantic physique. Coleman began his posing routine by executing his favorite most muscular pose, followed by a front double bicep pose. The transition between poses was executed with artistic precision.

He smoothly transitioned to a back lat spread pose, and while moving his body with the grace of a dancer, he performed the back double bicep pose. Despite his shredded physique, his mobility and flexibility were palpable.

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Coleman, on the other hand, had once unraveled the story behind this iconic moment, offering insights into his remarkable victory. Back then, despite grappling with immense pain, Coleman decided to compete and ultimately clinched the title. During a conversation with one of his fans, Coleman reminisced about his memorable win at the 2001 Arnold Classic.

When asked about his motivation for competing in the Arnold Classic that year, Coleman, revealed a lesser-known fact about himself. The 59-year-old confessed his desire to win the yellow Hummer endorsed by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

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Whatever the reason he gave to compete, the world has seen the best of Coleman on stage, and fans still adore and appreciate his contribution to the sport. Even this old video caught everyone’s attention, and people expressed their astonishment.

Ronnie Coleman, the ‘absolute monster’ of bodybuilding

The majority of people on the internet believe that Coleman has the greatest body shape ever seen in human history. “The best physique in human history,” wrote one fan. One of the most dominant figures in the sport, fans referred to him as the “King of the world.” Even his calf muscle didn’t go unnoticed by bodybuilding fanatics. “That massive calves I never put attention on that,” wrote one fan. “This is why it’s the best!” one fan exclaimed.

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One fan metaphorically described the Arnold Classic champ’s back muscles as wings and wrote, “He literally deploys his wings.” Another bodybuilding enthusiast admired his extraordinary appearance, size, power, and strength, by calling him the “Absolute monster.”

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Ronnie Coleman’s legacy in bodybuilding remains unmatched. From his iconic performances to his indomitable spirit, he continues to inspire fans worldwide. Which year’s physique of Coleman do you consider the best? Let us know in the comments below.

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Arpita Shrivastava

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Arpita Shrivastava is a bodybuilding writer at EssentiallySports who specializes in tracking the lifestyles of bodybuilders. A master’s degree holder in Mass Communication, Arpita is a frequent contributor to coverage about her idols Ronnie Coleman and Jay Cutler. She likes going behind the scenes to understand the nitty-gritty of building a shredded physique.
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Abhishek Manikandan