Ronnie Coleman?had established himself as a formidable force in?bodybuilding, amassing an unprecedented eight Mr. Olympia titles from 1998 to 2005. His muscularity, mass, and exceptional conditioning had cemented his status as one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. However,?Jay Cutler was determined to dethrone the reigning king. Cutler had already made history by being a 6X runner-up in Olympia. It was finally 2006 when he dethroned the ‘King’ and won his first Sandow trophy.?

The clash of titans captivated audiences worldwide as they battled it out on the stage. Looking back at the same, Cutler recently posted a video on his TikTok account where he reacted to an old clip from 2006. While reacting to the clip, Cutler admitted?how he managed to defeat Coleman. He also briefly explained who he was aspiring to look like at the time.?

Cutler aspired to look like this German mass-monster

The rivalry between Cutler and Coleman in 2006 will forever be etched in the annals of bodybuilding history. Cutler’s victory in 2006 marked a turning point in the world of bodybuilding. It signaled the end of an era dominated by Coleman and ushered in a new era of competition. As revealed by Coleman in the video, the clip is from the Austrian Grand Prix which was held just a few days after Mr. Olympia of 2006. Cutler had realized that he needs to work a lot on his back development in order to secure the first position. ?I improved the back quite a bit?I came at my biggest ever. I think it was 273 [pounds] that year,??Cutler stated.

Continuing further, ‘The Comeback Kid’ disclosed that he aspired to look like Markus Ruhl during that show. Ruhl was known for his massive mass-monster frame as he dominated the whole lineup with his sheer size.?“I made the improvements in order to be the new Marcus Ruhl in that show, a popular German bodybuilder…This was my first stop to winning.”

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The Cutler-Coleman rivalry of the mid-2000s left an indelible mark on the sport of bodybuilding. It showcased the evolution of the sport, from the dominance of mass monsters like Coleman to the emergence of more symmetrical and aesthetic physiques like Cutler’s.

The legendary rivalry: Cutler vs. Coleman – Defining competitive bodybuilding’s boundaries

This rivalry not only captivated the fans but also pushed the boundaries of what was considered possible in the realm of competitive bodybuilding. Both Cutler and Coleman’s contribution to the sport continues to inspire countless athletes, ensuring that their on-stage rivalry will be remembered as a cornerstone of the sport for generations to come.?

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This unforgettable showdown highlighted the ever-evolving nature of the sport and the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines its competitors.