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Winning the Arnold Classic four times, Flex Wheeler is an unforgettable bodybuilding legend. Praised by Arnold Schwarzenegger for his flexibility, Wheeler belongs to the golden era of bodybuilding. However, this success hasn’t been easy for Wheeler, who once expressed battling depression and suicidal thoughts. Flex Wheeler [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/flex-wheeler/] narrated in an interview how he couldn’t sleep due to thoughts about death in an interview with Jay Cutler. He also spoke about his car accident, after which he went through a phase of depression. During another interview with London Real, he detailed the main reason behind his suicidal thoughts. FLEX WHEELER’S SHOCKING REVELATIONS ABOUT SUICIDAL THOUGHTS During this interview [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc1-fvWA6qU], which took place in 2018, Wheeler spoke about an incident where a boy told him that his sister had a liking for Flex. So, Flex took the girl’s number and got in touch with her. Later, the bodybuilding admitted that he left after the girl got pregnant. And this entire incident had a devastating effect on him. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/photo_2022-10-25_20-25-09.jpg] Flex then thought about how his grandmother was trying his best to bring him up and he had let her down. “I’ve embarrassed my family, I’ve embarrassed her”, he spoke. These thoughts made him think of committing suicide [https://generationiron.com/flex-wheeler-bodybuilding-career-mental-health/]. [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/WhatsApp-Image-2022-09-24-at-4.39.04-PM.jpeg] The bodybuilding champion then spoke about how he acted on his suicidal thoughts. “I remember vividly getting on my moped, and you know the off-ramp of a freeway. I drove up the off-ramp”, he said. Continuing, he spoke about how there was a storm and it started raining. Flex then told about how he stopped the vehicle, sat and sobbed, unable to take his own life. Read more- “Homeless and Hungry” as a Child, Flex Wheeler Overcame Unfathomable Hardships to Become a Bodybuilding Legend, Revealed in 2022 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuiding-news-homeless-and-hungry-as-a-child-flex-wheeler-overcame-unfathomable-hardships-to-become-a-bodybuilding-legend-revealed-in-2022/] The IFBB pro then narrated the tough phase of depression [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDN1SOgJi1Q] he went through after those suicidal thoughts. Talking about the time when he thought he was a coward, Wheeler also spoke about another drastic step he took. Noticing a bottle of half-full aspirin, he took the entire aspirin available. Later, the aspirin had to be pumped out of his stomach, and Flex survived. WHAT IS THE BODYBUILDING CHAMP DOING NOW? Flex Wheeler has his own YouTube channel where he posts videos on fitness and workouts. He is also an online fitness coach who designs fitness programs to help individuals achieve fitness. Watch Now: 8X Mr Olympia Ronnie Coleman Revealed His Female Counterpart in Bodybuilding World [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-8x-mr-olympia-ronnie-coleman-named-his-female-counterpart-in-bodybuilding-world/] Wheeler’s admitting the reason for wishing to commit suicide shows his courage to own up to his mistakes. As a fan, one will always admire him for that courage. What is your take on his honest admission? Let us know in the comments below. 

Bodybuilding legend Flex Wheeler once revealed why he wanted to commit suicide.
He also disclosed his battle with depression.

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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.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-1081968 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/lou-ferrigno-arnold-schwarzenegger.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" />
<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><strong>Arnold Schwarzenegger:?</strong></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><strong>Ronnie Coleman:</strong></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><strong>Lee Haney:</strong></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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Bodybuilding

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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