Jason “Big J” English, the founder of Fitcon, besides other ventures, recently posted a video on Instagram. In the same, he compares Dorian Yates to his friend, Ronnie Coleman. Dorian Yates won Mr. Olympia 6 times, but Coleman holds the record with eight victories.

The entrepreneur discusses how Ronnie is an inspiration to contemporary bodybuilders. In addition, he speaks about his reaction upon meeting him for the first time. Big-J is also the Chief sales officer of Eminent Nutrition and partners with fitness equipment brand EliteFTS.

Dorian Yates Who? Says Big-J

Dorian Yates, nicknamed “The Shadow”, is a retired professional bodybuilder who has been the idol for many aspiring athletes. The Englishman has also been Big-J’s favorite. But that was until he met the ‘alien’ Coleman, who changed his opinion about bodybuilding goals.

“Ronnie was alien compared to Dorian,” says Big-J. “I always idolized Dorian, you know? Until I met Ronnie. I was like Holy sh##, Dorian who?” he exclaims. Only a handful of athletes have surpassed The Shadow. In the end, Coleman was one of them. “Dorian, don’t get mad!” adds the fitness enthusiast.

Ronnie and Dorian first met in Helsinki for the 1992 Mr.Olympia. Yates later went on record to state that he believed Coleman had “great structure and great potential.”

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Dorian Yates was a legendary icon for the sport, but Coleman, as Big J says, completely changed the game.

Ronnie Coleman is a true inspiration

Ronnie Coleman is often considered the best the sport has had to date. From holding on to the champion title for eight consecutive years to recovering from a near-death health condition, Ronnie is truly a being with incredible dedication. 

The Fitcon founder states in his podcast, “Ronnie if you’re listening man, you’re definitely the biggest inspiration I’ve ever met and the best friend I’ve ever had in my entire life.”

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Although, Coleman’s achievements did not come to fruition without a cost. Having lost much of his mobility due to a herniated disk, caused by persistent workouts, the 58-year-old met with hard times. After 13 surgeries, Ronnie was recently seen walking again as he shared the stage with Jay Cutler.