Before Winning His Eighth Mr. Olympia Title, Ronnie Coleman Confessed the Only Reason He Chose Bodybuilding Was “To Serve God”

Ronnie Coleman is a bodybuilding legend. The eight-time Mr. Olympia winner has won many accolades, including an Arnold Classic title as well. From 1998 to 2005, Coleman won consecutive titles, equalling Lee Haney’s record. During his career, Coleman defeated legends like Jay Cutler, Flex Wheeler, Dexter Jackson, and more.

Coleman attributes his success to an unwavering mindset and discipline. His mother, a devout Christian, instilled a strong faith in Ronnie. In a past interview, Coleman revealed how it helped him understand his calling.

Ronnie Coleman found his calling through his faith.

In 2005 Ronnie Coleman was trying to win his eighth Sandow. Bodybuilding.com interviewed the then-seven-time Mr. Olympia before the contest. During the conversation, the interviewer asked Ronnie if God and the Christian faith play a crucial role in Ronnie’s life. “That’s something my mum started, from day one, as far back as I can remember. I’ve had a good Christian background,” said Coleman.

He said, “There is only one reason why I’m here and that is to serve God.” Ronnie also said that not just he, but God put everyone here with a purpose. “everybody has a purpose in life – a calling. My calling is to be Mr. Olympia.”, added the ex-cop.

The record-setting bodybuilder said everyone could live a happy life, “If we’re doing what we’re supposed to be doing by serving him (God)”. The ‘King’ didn’t have the easiest time after graduating college, and it took a while before he got into competitive bodybuilding.

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After he didn’t get drafted into the NFL, Coleman tried to find a job in accounting but failed. Before finally getting a steady job as a cop for the Arlington Police department, Coleman was a delivery boy. 

The 2005 Mr. Olympia contest

During the same interview, the interviewer asked Coleman if he was confident about winning another title. The champion bodybuilder said he wouldn’t be participating if he didn’t feel confident about winning. During the Mr. Olympia contest, that confidence was on full display. The King stepped onto the stage wearing a crown, and a cape and held a staff in his hands.

The crowd roared from the point Coleman stepped onto the stage until he finished his posing routine. Many fans still consider it to be one of his best routines.

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Do you think Coleman became so successful because of his unwavering discipline and faith in God?