“Some May Think This Was Arrogance”: Jay Cutler, Who Dethroned GOAT Ronnie Coleman, Shares His Secret of Becoming the Best in the World

8-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman was famous in his era, for his marvelous aesthetics and incredible verve. He was making his mark in the bodybuilding fraternity by winning in consecutive years until Jay Cutler came to the frame. Cutler didn’t only break Coleman’s winning streak but also reigned for the next few years.

The 4-time winner of the title came out with strong determination and an unmatched physique. Recently, Cutler addressed his era and spilled his secret about how he “felt nothing could stop” him. Let’s check out what helped him hold his supremacy for a long time.

Jay Cutler adheres to his mantra in bodybuilding

Recently, the 4-time champ shared an insightful message on his Instagram page, along with a beastly picture of himself showing his massive biceps while holding a dumbbell. “I had a clear vision of my dreams and aspirations. I knew my ability. I felt nothing could stop me. I worked tirelessly to become the best in the world,” wrote Cutler.

In addition, he also opened up about what benefited him maintain his command for years. Addressing his abilities, the pro wrote, “Some may think this was arrogance. But I proved it was confidence.” Evidently, he always had his goals set and knew what it would take to reach the top. Of course, it didn’t take him much time to show off his potential after making his pedestal in the industry.

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Indeed, it was the confidence and training that drove him to be one of the best bodybuilders of his era. Cutler was very particular about his performance. In fact, former Mr. O kept a close eye on his biggest competitor, whom he still considers a worthy opponent, while looking back at those days.

Cutler still thinks Ronnie Coleman is the best

While talking about defeating Coleman, the reigning champion, Cutler went candid and shared, “I didn’t beat the best Ronnie Coleman ever…I was just better that day.” Significantly, after the iconic event of 2006 Mr. Olympia, the rivalry between the two was prominent. That even caught the eye of the fans, who liked to compare the dejected-looking Coleman with the new reigning hero.

But now, as both of them took retirement and found other ways to be advocates for the sport, the duo share quite an amicable relationship. Cutler regards The King as the best and most dominant bodybuilder ever, and Ronnie, being the humble person that he is, thinks of Cutler as the G.O.A.T. of bodybuilding.

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To dethrone the best in people’s eyes, would take a lot of training and determination that comes with the confidence that Cutler used to have at that time. Definitely, this made their chemistry even more intriguing to the viewers. Any thoughts on their friendship?