In the grand scheme of things, Ronnie Coleman had never planned to become one of the most revered personalities in bodybuilding. Before Ronnie Coleman established himself as the indisputable King, he was a dedicated police officer. But as destiny would have it, his life path slowly nudged him toward his true calling.

The ex-sheriff had humble beginnings, like most rag-to-riches stories. As a youngster, he studied B.Sc. in accounting before moving to Texas to find greener pastures. There, he took on the job of a police officer and discharged his duties from 1998 to 2003. He simultaneously started training in the Metroflex gym at the insistence of a fellow officer. There was no looking back from then on. Recently, a throwback video of Coleman’s police days jogged fans’ memory. They couldn’t help but remark on his confounding size.

Ronnie Coleman showed commitment to both his professions

Earlier on YouTube, Atomic Pod posted an edited video clip from an episode of Joe Rogan’s podcast of the 8x Mr. Olympia wearing his police uniform running in the background while the two having a good chat. The host says, “I remember there’s a photo of you when you were still in the police force, and you were also; I don’t know if you were Mr. Olympia when you were on the police force.” Coleman acknowledged the question with an affirmative answer, adding, “Well, three times, yeah.” His winning streak started in 1998 and continued until 2005, making him the proud owner of eight Sandow trophies. Furthermore, by 2000, the IFBB pro realized Mr. Olympia would demand more time and commitment, so he worked part-time from 2000 to 2003 at the police force.

A change in the police station’s chief made it more challenging for Coleman to continue doing both, which caused his epiphany. While his previous police chief encouraged Coleman’s fitness pursuits, the new replacement did not act the same. In the early 2000s, Jay Cutler had already started making headway in the Olympia competition, threatening to dethrone the royalty. So in 2003, Coleman hung up his uniform to focus on his craft and chisel his body to perfection.

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The host was also surprised at the size of Coleman’s uniform, especially his shorts. He jokingly asked, “Did you arrest people with those shorts?” Coleman revealed he “made those shorts.” To the unversed, at his prime, the mass monster was a massive 315 lbs with a 5’11 frame. Moreover, his muscular legs and back are considered a standard of greatness in the bodybuilding community. The YouTube snippet harks back to the glory days of this exceptional athlete. Subscribers had a gala day looking at the throwback cop video. It ensued with an onslaught of hilarious cop jokes mingled with adoration.

Police Officer Coleman fights crime bodybuilding style

Netizens were amazed at the size of Coleman’s uniform. They wondered if the mere presence of the talented bodybuilder would be enough to wipe crime from the city. A subscriber said, “It’s funny. That man doesn’t need a bulletproof vest.” Another follower chimed in, “He ate all the bad guys with BBQ sauce.” Some netizens started a game of charades and asked, “Sir, are you going to give me a ticket for speeding? Ronnie- YEAH BUDDY.”

Others claimed to have been in the presence of this cop, who looked less human and more mythical. The folklore of his mega-size still echoes in the stages of bodybuilding. One fan recalled, “I lived in Arlington, Texas. and I saw Ronnie Coleman in uniform. Let me tell you, it was a surprise he was so big that you felt sorry for his bulletproof vest.” Another passionate fan remarked, “My brother n law worked with Ronnie back in the day and said he was a freak of nature for sure.” These heartfelt comments are the true legacy of a champion. Coleman’s zeal to be the best in every endeavor reflects his strong moral fiber. He displays a warrior mentality and shows unparalleled loyalty to fitness. Have you checked out Coleman in his cop avatar? Let us know in the comments.

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