Ronnie Coleman‘s physique in his prime was nothing short of a marvel, an epitome of strength and a work of art carved through hours of training and dedication. With a height of 6’2 and weighing around 300 pounds during his heydays, his appearance was enough to make anyone stop and take notice. The huge muscles of bodybuilders that often amaze men are not necessarily attractive to every woman.?
When it comes to attraction, there is no universally agreed-upon ‘ideal physique’ that will attract every person. Talking along the same lines, Coleman once admitted that despite being in his peak physique, he was single because of a very understandable reason.
What was the reason behind Coleman being single in his prime?
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The eight-time Mr. Olympia champion not only dominated the stage with his awe-inspiring physique, but he also left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of fans worldwide. However, contrary to popular belief, Coleman once admitted during a talk show with Jay Leno that he is not that good with girls.
Stating the reason behind this, he admitted that his huge muscles are often scary for girls.??I?m a single guy, they are all afraid of me?too big?they think I?m gonna hurt them,??Coleman revealed.?
Coleman’s physique challenged conventional beauty standards and defied societal norms of maintaining a lean and slender image. Despite this, his relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Vickie Gates, served as a testament to the power of love, commitment, and unwavering support in the face of challenges and triumphs.?
One relationship of Coleman that supported him in ’06 Olympia
The world of?bodybuilding?is not only defined by the extraordinary physiques displayed on stage but also by the personal relationships and support systems that exist behind the scenes. One such relationship was that of Coleman and Gates. During the Olympia of 2006, Coleman’s defeat to Cutler might have come as a surprise to the fans, but Coleman appeared normal after the announcement of the results.?The secret behind the calm nature?at the moment was Gates, as revealed by ‘The King’ in an interview with Valuetainment.
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Coleman revealed his girlfriend had leaked the verdict to him before the official announcement.??I already knew I was going to be second far away.?My girlfriend told me,? he said. ?She was judging. She told me I was going to be second. I don?t think she was judging; she was at the judge?s table, and she saw the score,??stated Coleman. Moreover, at the time of his loss to Cutler, Coleman had already made a name for himself in the sport of bodybuilding and won several Olympias.?
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So, what are your thoughts on Coleman’s reason for being single in his prime, and later the role of his now ex-girlfriend, Gates, at the time of Olympia 2006? Let us know in the comments.