The four-time Mr Olympia winner, Jay Cutler, comes from a town in Massachusetts called, Sterling. The first time Jay Cutler came to the city, he was amazed to see Flex Wheeler, Rico McClinton, and Chris Cormie. Jay Cutler, the man who dethroned, Ronnie Coleman, by breaking his 8X Mr Olympia streak, had a modest start himself. In an episode of Cutler Cast, he opened up about when he met Flex Wheeler for the first time. WHEN JAY CUTLER FIRST MET FLEX WHEELER The first time Cutler saw Flex Wheeler, he was stunned. Wheeler, at that time, was in his prime and Cutler admired him. He enjoyed his time watching Wheeler park his car, walk into the gym, and finally work out. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-702973.jpg]401614 04: Bodybuilder Jay Cutler poses during The Arnold Classic 2002, February 23, 2002 in Columbus, OH. Cutler went on to win the competition started by actor and former bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) “I walked in there and I’m like that’s Flex Wheeler because I had only seen you in the books,” said [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnmYFLcikKQ] Cutler. Jay revealed he thought Wheeler didn’t work out that hard until he saw him at the gym. READ MORE: “He Was Fu*** Insane…”: 4x Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler Once Revealed the ‘Freakiest’ Bodybuilder He Ever Saw [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-he-was-fu-insane-4x-mr-olympia-jay-cutler-once-revealed-the-freakiest-bodybuilder-he-ever-saw/] Cutler [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/jay-cutler/] seemed to have a photographic memory of when he first saw Flex Wheeler. He pointed out, how Wheeler entered the gym and nodded at everyone, including Cutler. He respected the way Wheeler owned the gym through his confidence and attitude. CUTLER OPENS UP ABOUT THE TRIO Cutler also revealed how Flex Wheeler, Rico McClinton, and Chris Cormier, formed a notorious trio at the gym. The three were the most muscular guys at the gym and would constantly challenge one another. Jay also spoke about how the trio would intimidate newcomers by working next to them. “You guys tried to intimidate them yeah like you would actually work next to them oh yeah to say don’t f*** with us in our territory right this is our house. ” WATCH THIS STORY: From Lou Ferrigno to Jay Cutler Here Are the Retired Bodybuilders Who Are Still Ripped [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-from-lou-ferrigno-to-jay-cutler-here-are-the-retired-bodybuilders-who-are-still-ripped/] Cutler admired the life that Wheeler and other famous bodybuilders had. He trained hard and won his first Mr Olympia in 2006. He brought home the trophy again in 2007, 2009, and 2010. 

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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.

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<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>Arnold Schwarzenegger: </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>Ronnie Coleman:</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>Lee Haney:</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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<h2>Jay Cutler's Net Worth 2023</h2>
The sport of bodybuilding has seen many athletes take part in it to become the best. While hundreds of athletes are affiliated with the sport, only a few make it to legendary status. After the immense success of people like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Haney, and Ronnie Coleman, one man came forth to revolutionize modern-day bodybuilding, and who goes by the name of Jay Cutler. The American bodybuilder won 4x Mr. Olympia titles and is one of the most iconic modern-day bodybuilders.

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Though hailing from a financially unstable background, through his dedication and ventures, Jay Cutler has now become one of the richest bodybuilders. As of 2023, Cutler's net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. Apart from the prize money from competitions, Cutler has earned it through his collaborations, advertisements, and modeling stints. Jay Cutler has been on the cover of renowned fitness magazines like Flex, Muscular Development, and Muscle and Fitness countless times. He also has a bodybuilding supplement line called 'Cutler Nutrition' and a fitness clothing line named 'Cutler Athletics.'
<h2>Early Life of Jay Cutler</h2>
Born on August 3, 1973, his full name is Jason Isaac Cutler. The 49-year-old is a native of Worcester, Massachusetts. When Cutler was 11, he started working in his brother's construction business called 'Cutler Bros.' In 1993, Cutler graduated from the Quinsigamond Community College with a Criminal Justice degree. He intended on working as a corrections officer for a maximum security prison.

But all of it changed when Jay met the personal trainer Marcos Rodriguez. Jay was a natural at bodybuilding and entered his first amateur competition a year before he got his degree.
<h2>Jay Cutler’s family and wife</h2>
Jason Isaac Cutler was born to now ex-military man Mr. Cutler and his wife Ann. Though spotted with his famous bodybuilder son on countless occasions, Jay's father has chosen to not disclose his name. Jay's parents divorced when he was just 4-year-old. Hence, he grew up primarily with his single father and siblings. However, despite the divorce, Cutler's mother, Ann, was an active part of their lives and maintained a healthy relationship with her ex-husband. When Jay dreamed to become a bodybuilder, his mother ensured he was getting the necessary nutrients irrespective of how much they cost.

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As for his siblings, the 4x Olympia has six brothers and sisters. His eldest sister's name is Kelly Coughlin. Keith Cutler, the founder of the company construction company Cutler Brothers, is Jay's older brother. Interestingly, Keith was Jay's first boss as the bodybuilder had landed his first job at his brother's company at the age of 11. Jay's second older sister is Ann Fleming. Just like their father, Ann, too, prefers to stay away from the limelight. Jay's third and youngest sister is Joyce Cutler, who works as a mortgage loan officer in Massachusetts. Cutler has two more brothers, however, their identity has never been revealed.

During his high school days, Cutler started dating a girl named Kerry. She also supported his dream to be a bodybuilder. After dating for ten years, the duo tied the knot in 1998. Unfortunately, after ten years of marriage, the couple ended their 20-year-long relationship in 2009. Following the separation from his now ex-wife, Cutler has been dating model and entertainer, Angie Feliciano. While the date when they started dating or tied the knot is unknown, Cutler is allegedly married to the model now. Though married twice, Cutler has no kids, yet.
<h2>Bodybuilding Career of Cutler</h2>
In 1992, Cutler entered his first competition, which was the Gold's Gym Worcester Bodybuilding Championship. He took home the second-place medal from the event. The following year, Jay took his first overall win at the 1993 Iron Bodies Invitational.

In the 2000s, Jay emerged as one of the top bodybuilders in the world. He won the Arnold Classic championship three years in a row from 2002 to 2004. People now saw him as the rightful heir to Ronnie Coleman’s throne. Cutler would finish 2nd behind Ronnie four times before picking up his maiden Sandow trophy in 2006. In 2001, Cutler found himself in the <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-jay-got-robbed-controversial-2001-mr-olympia-results-between-ronnie-coleman-and-jay-cutler-carves-out-bodybuilding-world-in-two-halves/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">middle of a controversy</a> as he tested positive for the use of banned diuretics at Mr. Olympia. After a legal battle, Cutler could regain his second-place finish at the event.

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After 2006, Jay won the 2007 Mr. Olympia title as well but could not win the 2008 event. In 2009,<a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.evolutionofbodybuilding.net/jay-cutler-mr-olympia-4x/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> he became only the third bodybuilder</a> ever to win the Mr. Olympia title in non-consecutive years. Jay defeated Dexter Jackson to lift the trophy. In 2010, Cutler defeated Phil Heath to win his final Mr. Olympia title. In 2011, Phil bested Cutler for the win. Jay did not participate in next year's Mr. Olympia owing to a bicep injury. Cutler made his last appearance at the 2013 Mr. Olympia competition, where he finished 6th. To this day, Jay is best known for his otherworldly quads, which he would showcase with the iconic 'Cutler Stomp.'
<h2>Jay Cutler’s Mr. Olympia, and other achievements</h2>
1993 NPC Iron Bodies Invitational – Teenage &amp; Men’s Middleweight
NPC Teen Nationals – Middleweight
1995 NPC U.S. Tournament of Champions – Men’s Middleweight and Overall
2000 IFBB Night of Champions
2002 Arnold Classic
2003 Arnold Classic
Ironman Pro Invitational
San Francisco Pro Invitational
Dutch Grand Prix
British Grand Prix
2004 Arnold Classic
2006 Austrian Grand Prix
Romanian Grand Prix
Dutch Grand Prix
2006 Mr. Olympia
2007 Mr. Olympia
2009 Mr. Olympia
2010 Mr. Olympia
<h2>Jay Cutler’s Workout and diet routine</h2>
When working out, the bodybuilding veteran trained each body part separately. While Mondays were for Triceps, Traps, Abs &amp; Delts, Tuesdays were solely for the Back. Wednesdays were rest days for Cutler. On Thursdays, he worked on his Chest, Abs &amp; Biceps, whereas on Fridays, he worked on his Quads. Lastly, <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-get-bigger-calves-with-4x-mr-olympia-jay-cutlers-golden-routine/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Saturdays were meant for Calves</a>, Hamstrings &amp; Abs, and Sundays again were rest days.

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 His exercise routines were as follows:
<h4>Monday:</h4>
Abs
<ul>
 	<li>Abs Crunches: 3 sets, 20 reps</li>
 	<li>Hanging Leg Raise: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Rope Crunch: 3 sets, 20 reps</li>
 	<li>Leg Lifts: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
</ul>
Triceps
<ul>
 	<li>Single Arm Extensions: 3 sets, 15 reps</li>
 	<li>French Press: 3 sets, 8 reps</li>
 	<li>Triceps Cable Extension: 4 sets, 15 reps</li>
 	<li>Dumbbell Kickbacks: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Close-Grip Bench Press: 3 sets, 8 reps</li>
</ul>
Delts
<ul>
 	<li>Delts Dumbbell Side Laterals: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Bent Over Dumbbell Laterals: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Dumbbell Press: 3 sets, 10-12 reps</li>
 	<li>Front Raise with Olympic Bar: 2 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Side Lateral Cable: 3 sets, 10-12 reps</li>
</ul>
Traps
<ul>
 	<li>Traps Shrug: 4 sets, 12 reps</li>
</ul>
<h4>Tuesday:</h4>
Back
<ul>
 	<li>Back Wide-Grip Pull-downs: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Close-Grip T-Bar Row: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Bent Over Barbell Rows: 4 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Hyperextensions: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Dumbbell Rows: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Behind-the-Neck Pull-Downs: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Seated Rows: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Dead-Lifts: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
</ul>
<h4>Wednesday: Break</h4>
<h4>Thursday: </h4>
Abs: Same as Monday

Biceps
<ul>
 	<li>Single Arm Dumbbell Curl: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Biceps Straight Bar Curl: 5 sets, 15 reps</li>
 	<li>Single Arm Preacher Curl: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Hammer Curl: 2 sets, 14-15 reps</li>
</ul>
Chest
<ul>
 	<li>Decline Bench Press: 3 sets, 8 reps</li>
 	<li>Chest Incline Barbell Press: 5 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Cable Crossovers: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Incline Dumbbell Flyes: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Flat Dumbbell Press: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
</ul>
<h4>Friday:</h4>
Quads
<ul>
 	<li>Squats: 4 sets, 8-10 reps</li>
 	<li>Heavy Leg Extensions: 4 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Leg Extensions: 3 sets, 20 reps</li>
 	<li>Lunges: 3 sets, 8 reps per leg</li>
 	<li>Leg Press: 4 sets, 12 reps</li>
</ul>
<h4>Saturday: </h4>
Abs: Same as Monday

Hamstrings
<ul>
 	<li>Single Leg Hamstring Curl: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Hamstrings Lying Leg Curl: 6 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Leg Press: 3 sets, 12 reps</li>
 	<li>Romanian Deadlift: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
</ul>
Calves
<ul>
 	<li>Calves Standing Calf Raise: 4 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Seated Calf Raise: 3 sets, 10 reps</li>
 	<li>Donkey Calf Raise: 2 sets, 10 reps</li>
</ul>
<h4>Sunday: Break</h4>
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Cutler supplemented his training with a <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-1000-grams-of-carbohydrates-a-day-millionaire-jay-cutlers-unreal-looking-diet-that-won-him-4-mr-olympia-titles/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">heavily nutritious diet</a>. It was divided into four meals throughout the day. The first meal included 2 whole eggs, 15 egg whites, 4 slices of Ezekiel toast, and a cup of dry Ezekiel. The second meal consisted of 2 cups of rice and 10 oz steak. This was followed by another 4 cups of rice with 10 oz chicken in the third meal. The fourth and last meal included 10 oz buffalo meat and 2 cups of rice.
<h2>A look at Jay Cutler’s retired life</h2>
Though Cutler retired in 2013, his routine is as jam-packed as ever. Despite leaving the competitive stage, Cutler hasn't said goodbye to the bodybuilding world. <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-mr-olympia-news-nearly-50-bodybuilding-beast-jay-cutlers-mysterious-exercise-turns-head-on-the-internet/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cutler continues to train like a pro bodybuilder</a> and has managed to maintain a jacked physique at 49. Such is the case that his recent photos have left fans wondering if Mr. Fourth Quarter will return to the competitive stage at the 2023 Masters Olympia. Apart from training, Cutler is mainly focused on growing his supplement brand, Cutler Nutrition, and clothing brand, Cutler Athletics.

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He also runs various business and media ventures through different social media platforms. This includes his popular bodybuilding podcast, the Cutler Cast. Many bodybuilders and coaches make an appearance on the podcast to discuss the in and outs of the bodybuilding world. Moreover, with a massive following of 1.4M users on TikTok, Cutler uses the content-creating platform to educate his followers about everything related to bodybuilding. He also <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-mans-got-chest-as-big-as-a-house-legendary-bodybuilder-nearing-fifty-goes-sicko-mode-in-his-new-tiktok-video/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">posts videos flexing his workout routines.</a> Jay Cutler also has a newsletter named Jay Mail which he uses to share meaningful insights about bodybuilding with his fans every day.
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<td width="301">Name</td>
<td width="301">Jason Isaac Cutler</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Born</td>
<td width="301">3 August 1973</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Place of Birth</td>
<td width="301">Worcester, Massachusetts, US</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Nationality</td>
<td width="301">American</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Education</td>
<td width="301"><a href="https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1CHBF_enIN1045IN1045&amp;sxsrf=APwXEdcZlz9XRstVc1WRNKDJ0nvlwzEGXg:1681743014768&amp;q=Quinsigamond+Community+College&amp;stick=H4sIAAAAAAAAAONgFuLUz9U3MM8qMitTAjONTdNN4rWks5Ot9AtS8wtyUoFUUXF-nlVqSmlyYklmft4iVrnA0sy84sz0xNz8vBQF5_zc3NK8zJJKICsnJzU9FQD1WQ-kVgAAAA&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiCof73lLH-AhUoT2wGHfuVAJcQri56BAgdEAM">Quinsigamond Community College </a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Parents</td>
<td width="301">Ann Cutler (mother)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Height</td>
<td width="301">5'10"</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Weight</td>
<td width="301">Contest: 260 lb (118 kg); Off-season: 290 lb (132 kg)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Wife</td>
<td width="301">Angie Feliciano, Kerry Cutler (1998-2009)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Kids</td>
<td width="301">None</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Social Media</td>
<td width="301"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jaycutler/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JayCutler4x/">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/mrojaycutler">Twitter</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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Jay Cutler

Jay Cutler&#8217;s Net Worth 2023 The sport of bodybuilding has seen many athletes take part in it to become the best. While hundreds of athletes are affiliated with the sport, only a few make it to legendary status. After the immense success of people like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lee Haney, and Ronnie Coleman, one man came forth to revolutionize modern-day bodybuilding, and who goes by the name of Jay Cutler. The American bodybuilder won 4x Mr. Olympia titles and is one of the most iconic modern-day bodybuilders. Though hailing from a financially unstable background, through his dedication and ventures, Jay Cutler has now become one of the richest bodybuilders. As of 2023, Cutler&#8217;s net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. Apart from the prize money from competitions, Cutler has earned it through his collaborations, advertisements, and modeling stints. Jay Cutler has been on the cover of renowned fitness magazines like Flex, Muscular Development, and Muscle and Fitness countless times. He also has a bodybuilding supplement line called &#8216;Cutler Nutrition&#8217; and a fitness clothing line named &#8216;Cutler Athletics.&#8217; Early Life of Jay Cutler Born on August 3, 1973, his full name is Jason Isaac Cutler. The 49-year-old is a native of Worcester, Massachusetts. When Cutler was 11, he started working in his brother&#8217;s construction business called &#8216;Cutler Bros.&#8217; In 1993, Cutler graduated from the Quinsigamond Community College with a Criminal Justice degree. He intended on working as a corrections officer for a maximum security prison. But all of it changed when Jay met the personal trainer Marcos Rodriguez. Jay was a natural at bodybuilding and entered his first amateur competition a year before he got his degree. Jay Cutler’s family and wife Jason Isaac Cutler was born to now ex-military man Mr. Cutler and his wife Ann. Though spotted with his famous bodybuilder son on countless occasions, Jay&#8217;s father has chosen to not disclose his name. Jay&#8217;s parents divorced when he was just 4-year-old. Hence, he grew up primarily with his single father and siblings. However, despite the divorce, Cutler&#8217;s mother, Ann, was an active part of their lives and maintained a healthy relationship with her ex-husband. When Jay dreamed to become a bodybuilder, his mother ensured he was getting the necessary nutrients irrespective of how much they cost. As for his siblings, the 4x Olympia has six brothers and sisters. His eldest sister&#8217;s name is Kelly Coughlin. Keith Cutler, the founder of the company construction company Cutler Brothers, is Jay&#8217;s older brother. Interestingly, Keith was Jay&#8217;s first boss as the bodybuilder had landed his first job at his brother&#8217;s company at the age of 11. Jay&#8217;s second older sister is Ann Fleming. Just like their father, Ann, too, prefers to stay away from the limelight. Jay&#8217;s third and youngest sister is Joyce Cutler, who works as a mortgage loan officer in Massachusetts. Cutler has two more brothers, however, their identity has never been revealed. During his high school days, Cutler started dating a girl named Kerry. She also supported his dream to be a bodybuilder. After dating for ten years, the duo tied the knot in 1998. Unfortunately, after ten years of marriage, the couple ended their 20-year-long relationship in 2009. Following the separation from his now ex-wife, Cutler has been dating model and entertainer, Angie Feliciano. While the date when they started dating or tied the knot is unknown, Cutler is allegedly married to the model now. Though married twice, Cutler has no kids, yet. Bodybuilding Career of Cutler In 1992, Cutler entered his first competition, which was the Gold&#8217;s Gym Worcester Bodybuilding Championship. He took home the second-place medal from the event. The following year, Jay took his first overall win at the 1993 Iron Bodies Invitational. In the 2000s, Jay emerged as one of the top bodybuilders in the world. He won the Arnold Classic championship three years in a row from 2002 to 2004. People now saw him as the rightful heir to Ronnie Coleman’s throne. Cutler would finish 2nd behind Ronnie four times before picking up his maiden Sandow trophy in 2006. In 2001, Cutler found himself in the middle of a controversy as he tested positive for the use of banned diuretics at Mr. Olympia. After a legal battle, Cutler could regain his second-place finish at the event. 401614 06: Actor and former bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger (L) poses with Jay Cutler, winner of The Arnold Classic 2002, February 23, 2002 in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images) After 2006, Jay won the 2007 Mr. Olympia title as well but could not win the 2008 event. In 2009, he became only the third bodybuilder ever to win the Mr. Olympia title in non-consecutive years. Jay defeated Dexter Jackson to lift the trophy. In 2010, Cutler defeated Phil Heath to win his final Mr. Olympia title. In 2011, Phil bested Cutler for the win. Jay did not participate in next year&#8217;s Mr. Olympia owing to a bicep injury. Cutler made his last appearance at the 2013 Mr. Olympia competition, where he finished 6th. To this day, Jay is best known for his otherworldly quads, which he would showcase with the iconic &#8216;Cutler Stomp.&#8217; Jay Cutler’s Mr. Olympia, and other achievements 1993 NPC Iron Bodies Invitational – Teenage &amp; Men’s Middleweight NPC Teen Nationals – Middleweight 1995 NPC U.S. Tournament of Champions – Men’s Middleweight and Overall 2000 IFBB Night of Champions 2002 Arnold Classic 2003 Arnold Classic Ironman Pro Invitational San Francisco Pro Invitational Dutch Grand Prix British Grand Prix 2004 Arnold Classic 2006 Austrian Grand Prix Romanian Grand Prix Dutch Grand Prix 2006 Mr. Olympia 2007 Mr. Olympia 2009 Mr. Olympia 2010 Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler’s Workout and diet routine When working out, the bodybuilding veteran trained each body part separately. While Mondays were for Triceps, Traps, Abs &amp; Delts, Tuesdays were solely for the Back. Wednesdays were rest days for Cutler. On Thursdays, he worked on his Chest, Abs &amp; Biceps, whereas on Fridays, he worked on his Quads. Lastly, Saturdays were meant for Calves, Hamstrings &amp; Abs, and Sundays again were rest days.  His exercise routines were as follows: Monday: Abs Abs Crunches: 3 sets, 20 reps Hanging Leg Raise: 3 sets, 12 reps Rope Crunch: 3 sets, 20 reps Leg Lifts: 3 sets, 10 reps Triceps Single Arm Extensions: 3 sets, 15 reps French Press: 3 sets, 8 reps Triceps Cable Extension: 4 sets, 15 reps Dumbbell Kickbacks: 3 sets, 12 reps Close-Grip Bench Press: 3 sets, 8 reps Delts Delts Dumbbell Side Laterals: 3 sets, 12 reps Bent Over Dumbbell Laterals: 3 sets, 10 reps Dumbbell Press: 3 sets, 10-12 reps Front Raise with Olympic Bar: 2 sets, 10 reps Side Lateral Cable: 3 sets, 10-12 reps Traps Traps Shrug: 4 sets, 12 reps Tuesday: Back Back Wide-Grip Pull-downs: 3 sets, 10 reps Close-Grip T-Bar Row: 3 sets, 10 reps Bent Over Barbell Rows: 4 sets, 10 reps Hyperextensions: 3 sets, 10 reps Dumbbell Rows: 3 sets, 10 reps Behind-the-Neck Pull-Downs: 3 sets, 10 reps Seated Rows: 3 sets, 10 reps Dead-Lifts: 3 sets, 12 reps Wednesday: Break Thursday:  Abs: Same as Monday Biceps Single Arm Dumbbell Curl: 3 sets, 12 reps Biceps Straight Bar Curl: 5 sets, 15 reps Single Arm Preacher Curl: 3 sets, 10 reps Hammer Curl: 2 sets, 14-15 reps Chest Decline Bench Press: 3 sets, 8 reps Chest Incline Barbell Press: 5 sets, 12 reps Cable Crossovers: 3 sets, 12 reps Incline Dumbbell Flyes: 3 sets, 10 reps Flat Dumbbell Press: 3 sets, 10 reps Friday: Quads Squats: 4 sets, 8-10 reps Heavy Leg Extensions: 4 sets, 10 reps Leg Extensions: 3 sets, 20 reps Lunges: 3 sets, 8 reps per leg Leg Press: 4 sets, 12 reps Saturday:  Abs: Same as Monday Hamstrings Single Leg Hamstring Curl: 3 sets, 12 reps Hamstrings Lying Leg Curl: 6 sets, 12 reps Leg Press: 3 sets, 12 reps Romanian Deadlift: 3 sets, 10 reps Calves Calves Standing Calf Raise: 4 sets, 10 reps Seated Calf Raise: 3 sets, 10 reps Donkey Calf Raise: 2 sets, 10 reps Sunday: Break Cutler supplemented his training with a heavily nutritious diet. It was divided into four meals throughout the day. The first meal included 2 whole eggs, 15 egg whites, 4 slices of Ezekiel toast, and a cup of dry Ezekiel. The second meal consisted of 2 cups of rice and 10 oz steak. This was followed by another 4 cups of rice with 10 oz chicken in the third meal. The fourth and last meal included 10 oz buffalo meat and 2 cups of rice. A look at Jay Cutler’s retired life Though Cutler retired in 2013, his routine is as jam-packed as ever. Despite leaving the competitive stage, Cutler hasn&#8217;t said goodbye to the bodybuilding world. Cutler continues to train like a pro bodybuilder and has managed to maintain a jacked physique at 49. Such is the case that his recent photos have left fans wondering if Mr. Fourth Quarter will return to the competitive stage at the 2023 Masters Olympia. Apart from training, Cutler is mainly focused on growing his supplement brand, Cutler Nutrition, and clothing brand, Cutler Athletics. He also runs various business and media ventures through different social media platforms. This includes his popular bodybuilding podcast, the Cutler Cast. Many bodybuilders and coaches make an appearance on the podcast to discuss the in and outs of the bodybuilding world. Moreover, with a massive following of 1.4M users on TikTok, Cutler uses the content-creating platform to educate his followers about everything related to bodybuilding. He also posts videos flexing his workout routines. Jay Cutler also has a newsletter named Jay Mail which he uses to share meaningful insights about bodybuilding with his fans every day.  Name Jason Isaac Cutler  Born 3 August 1973  Place of Birth Worcester, Massachusetts, US  Nationality American  Education Quinsigamond Community College  Parents Ann Cutler (mother)  Height 5&#8217;10&#8221;  Weight Contest: 260 lb (118 kg); Off-season: 290 lb (132 kg)  Wife Angie Feliciano, Kerry Cutler (1998-2009)  Kids None  Social Media Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

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