Known for his massive size and strength, Rich Piana was a successful YouTuber and fitness influencer. The news of Piana’s death, on August 2017, from an alleged overdose of steroids and other drugs, health a massive blow to the fitness community. Postmortem results revealed various significant health signs such as an enlarged heart, cerebral edema, etc. Open about his usage of PEDs, Piana was known for his unapologetic approach to steroid use and bodybuilding [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/bodybuilding/] culture. While Piana was aware of the risks of steroid use and frequently discussed them on his own YouTube channel, he insisted he was content with his life and the path he had chosen. An old video of him has resurfaced on the internet where he can be seen discussing that despite his choices, he advises teenagers to steer clear of them. PIANA EDUCATES THE YOUTH TO STAY AWAY FROM PEDS It’s the craze of becoming a beast that motivates everyone to hop on gear. Talking along the same lines, Piana educated his audience about the harm that steroids can cause to an individual’s health and daily life, especially to adolescents and teenagers. “I’m really against young kids taking steroids, you know, teenagers, even in your early 20s. It’s, I’m really against that.”, emphasized Piana. Explaining the consequences of low testosterone levels, he added, “And once you start taking steroids, your testosterone levels, your testes shut down, and then no longer at work so your body is not producing testosterone anymore.” Many bodybuilders like Dorian Yates, Greg Doucette, etc have revealed that the easy accessibility of steroids these days has had an adverse effect on the fitness community. Piana also disclosed the same fact. “In the old days, it was like we join a gym and we go buy protein powder…now it’s like I just joined a gym I need steroids, you know, and it’s like the day they started the gyms again start the steroids, and it’s almost like they go hand in hand,” said Piana. Over Ronnie Coleman Reacting to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Mind-Numbing Lifts From Back in the Days [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-feel-like-i-have-just-time-traveled-bodybuilding-world-elated-over-ronnie-coleman-reacting-to-arnold-schwarzeneggers-mind-numbing-lifts-from-back-in-the-days/] Even though using PEDs may mean more testosterone levels, more strength, more muscle building, and other benefits in the short term, their side effects are known to come back to bite. Years after his death, Piana still continues to motivate fitness enthusiasts and bodybuilders around the globe with his physique and ideology. Watch This Story: Six bodybuilders who can defeat 8-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman in a beast-like structure [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-six-bodybuilders-who-can-defeat-8-time-mr-olympia-ronnie-coleman-in-beast-like-structure/] 

An old video of late bodybuilder Rich Piana has recently resurfaced on the
internet where Piana talks about the cons of using steroids.

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in Bodybuilding and other American sports. Sarthak found his calling in
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the sight of some of the most aesthetic physiques, the experience was similar to
what Mentzer once acknowledged as an “immediate emotional recognition.” Apart
from the iconic Mike Mentzer, he closely follows the bodybuilding aesthetician
Frank Zane. Sarthak is currently pursuing his bachelor's in Journalism and Mass
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Out of all the competitions in the world, bodybuilding stays apart as a unique one. Athletes train for years to perfect their bodies and develop muscular mass. Likewise, athletes who train for competitions are understood as bodybuilders. In professional competitions like the Mr. Olympia event, bodybuilders stand on the stage, posing for various parts of their bodies. Judges rank them based on their symmetry, muscularity, size, conditioning, posing, and stage presentation. There are various competitions in bodybuilding but the Mr. Olympia contest stands apart from the rest.

[caption id="attachment_1155128" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1155128 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-3238896.jpg" alt="Arnold Schwarzenegger" width="1920" height="1278" /> circa 1966: Austrian-born bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger points one hand out as he flexes his torso on Muscle Beach, Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)[/caption]
<h2>History of bodybuilding</h2>
Old Greeks became the inspiration for people to start bodybuilding. After that, modern competitions came up from various theatrical acts and other circus acts. They held the first <a href="https://www.britannica.com/sports/bodybuilding" target="_blank" rel="noopener">contest</a> in 1903 in New York. The winner of the competition was Al Treloar and dubbed "The Most Perfectly Developed Man in the World." Significantly, organizers saw potential in that and the start of the Mr. America contest showcased some of the best talents. The rise of various bodybuilders across the globe saw the Mr. Universe event come into place and it became the main event for over 25 years. But, the late 1970s saw Joe Weider come up with a grand plan and create the Mr. Olympia contest.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-1081968 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/lou-ferrigno-arnold-schwarzenegger.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" />
<h2>Mr. Olympia contest</h2>
The contest that captured the minds of fans was the Mr. Olympia contest under the International Federation of Bodybuilding &amp; Fitness. Weider helps these bodybuilders to earn money by competing in events. They held the first competition on September 18, 1965, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, New York City. Larry Scott won the first two titles. Moreover, the bodybuilders with the highest number of titles are Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman. In the meantime, to make their entry into the market, the famous documentary, Pumping Iron, saw the buildup to the 1975 Mr. Olympia contest. It helped athletes like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Franco Columbu.
<h2>Famous bodybuilders</h2>
There are several bodybuilders to grace the grand stage. But some bodybuilders achieved greatness with their astonishing bodies.
<ul>
 	<li><strong>Arnold Schwarzenegger:?</strong></li>
</ul>
The Austrian bodybuilder is one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. The Austrian Oak is a seven-time bodybuilding champion and became an influential personality in the business. He then transitioned himself to various acting roles, became an investor, and was elected as the Governor of California. Some of his movies like Terminator 2, Commando, Twins, and Conan the Barbarian are some of his classics.
<ul>
 	<li><strong>Ronnie Coleman:</strong></li>
</ul>
Dubbed to be the greatest bodybuilder of all time, Ronnie Coleman put his life and soul into the sport. He is an eight-time Mr. Olympia winner and became the most dominant bodybuilder in the business. Netflix released a documentary featuring his life in the bodybuilding industry. His size and conditioning stood apart from everyone else. A true champion who wore his heart on his sleeve.

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<ul>
 	<li><strong>Lee Haney:</strong></li>
</ul>
Like Coleman, Lee Haney became an eight-time Mr. Olympia champion. He dedicated his body to the sport and was one of the most exciting bodybuilders on stage. Haney had a humongous waist size of 32.5 inches. Therefore, Haney deserves a special mention for his performances.

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Out of all the competitions in the world, bodybuilding stays apart as a unique one. Athletes train for years to perfect their bodies and develop muscular mass. Likewise, athletes who train for competitions are understood as bodybuilders. In professional competitions like the Mr. Olympia event, bodybuilders stand on the stage, posing for various parts of their bodies. Judges rank them based on their symmetry, muscularity, size, conditioning, posing, and stage presentation. There are various competitions in bodybuilding but the Mr. Olympia contest stands apart from the rest. circa 1966: Austrian-born bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger points one hand out as he flexes his torso on Muscle Beach, Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images) History of bodybuilding Old Greeks became the inspiration for people to start bodybuilding. After that, modern competitions came up from various theatrical acts and other circus acts. They held the first contest in 1903 in New York. The winner of the competition was Al Treloar and dubbed &#8220;The Most Perfectly Developed Man in the World.&#8221; Significantly, organizers saw potential in that and the start of the Mr. America contest showcased some of the best talents. The rise of various bodybuilders across the globe saw the Mr. Universe event come into place and it became the main event for over 25 years. But, the late 1970s saw Joe Weider come up with a grand plan and create the Mr. Olympia contest. Mr. Olympia contest The contest that captured the minds of fans was the Mr. Olympia contest under the International Federation of Bodybuilding &amp; Fitness. Weider helps these bodybuilders to earn money by competing in events. They held the first competition on September 18, 1965, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, New York City. Larry Scott won the first two titles. Moreover, the bodybuilders with the highest number of titles are Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman. In the meantime, to make their entry into the market, the famous documentary, Pumping Iron, saw the buildup to the 1975 Mr. Olympia contest. It helped athletes like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Franco Columbu. Famous bodybuilders There are several bodybuilders to grace the grand stage. But some bodybuilders achieved greatness with their astonishing bodies. Arnold Schwarzenegger:? The Austrian bodybuilder is one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. The Austrian Oak is a seven-time bodybuilding champion and became an influential personality in the business. He then transitioned himself to various acting roles, became an investor, and was elected as the Governor of California. Some of his movies like Terminator 2, Commando, Twins, and Conan the Barbarian are some of his classics. Ronnie Coleman: Dubbed to be the greatest bodybuilder of all time, Ronnie Coleman put his life and soul into the sport. He is an eight-time Mr. Olympia winner and became the most dominant bodybuilder in the business. Netflix released a documentary featuring his life in the bodybuilding industry. His size and conditioning stood apart from everyone else. A true champion who wore his heart on his sleeve.  Lee Haney: Like Coleman, Lee Haney became an eight-time Mr. Olympia champion. He dedicated his body to the sport and was one of the most exciting bodybuilders on stage. Haney had a humongous waist size of 32.5 inches. Therefore, Haney deserves a special mention for his performances. &nbsp;

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