“Ron Is Untouchable”: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ronnie Coleman, and Dorian Yates Fans in Splits Over the Most Important Bodybuilding Question

If one were to decide who the greatest bodybuilder of all time is, what would be the answer? Bodybuilding has witnessed many legends carving a name for themselves. Icons have put in years of hard work, chiseling their bodies into fine specimens. Fans were stuck in a similar dilemma over a social media post that showed a throwback snippet of Ronnie Coleman posing in Mr. Olympia 2005. A flurry of reactions came in from the fans. Let’s dig deeper.

Ronnie Coleman, the reigning champion for eight years

As the 2023 Mr. Olympia, Orlando, Florida, approaches, a throwback video from Mr. Olympia’s competition jogged fans’ memories. The Instagram handle @mrolympiallc captioned the video by saying, “Who do you think was the greatest @mrolympiallc Champion of all time? Don’t miss the 2023 Olympia Nov 2-5th in Orlando, Florida. Get your tickets and information on the entire event including the new Olympia Expo at Mrolympia.com”

The post shows Ronnie Coleman coming to the stage. Coleman extends his arms to show off his physique. The commentator marveling at the King’s conditioning says, “A whole another level, level that is somewhat dangerous, unheard of…..” 

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During the 2000s, the behemoth boasted a weight of 310 pounds on a 5’11 frame. He was the first to win the Arnold Classic and Mr. Olympia in the same year, 2001. He consecutively lifted the Mr. Olympia trophy from 1999 to 2006. A world record shared by only one other person, Lee Haney. Ronnie Coleman won his eighth and final trophy in the Las Vegas competition, but Jay Cutler eventually deposed him in 2006. The social media post attracted many comments from the fan. However, fans, while mostly hailing Coleman, were somewhat divided over the verdict.

Coleman remembers Arnold Schwarzenegger as the greatest of all times

Many netizens who appreciated the 8x, Mr. Olympia, said, “Look The size. DAMN!” Another fan added, “History and legend of the sport of bodybuilding.” Fans remember the juggernaut of bodybuilding for ushering in the mass monster era. Coleman’s strenuous workout regime made even his competitor shudder with fear.

Comparing bodybuilders from the golden era, an ardent fan replied, “Ron is untouchable. No one is close. Not Dorian, not Lee not no one. Another level.” Dorian Yates is another bodybuilder who took the world by storm. He won six Mr. Olympia titles through his “Blood and Guts training” method.

Someone gave a witty reply, “They posted the answer to their questions lmao”, said the fan, referring to the Coleman video. To add to this, a rousing response included, “The King himself. You know you’re Really King when the people Claim you to be it. In the battle of the best, one fan commented, “Ronnie Coleman. Lee Haney. Arnold Schwarzenegger” 

However, the humble bodybuilder considers 7-time Mr. Olympia, Arnold Schwarzenegger, the GOAT of bodybuilding. On various platforms, Coleman has appreciated Arnold Schwarzenegger for taking the sport to great heights. Moreover, he pointed out that Arnold comes from a generation that lacked resources. It was all about commitment and discipline in the yesteryears. Who do you think is the greatest of all? Share your thoughts in the comments section.