Flex Wheeler [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/flex-wheeler/] may not have won the Mr. Olympia title, but that does not stop him from being hailed as the “Sultan of Symmetry. Regarded by Arnold Schwarzenegger [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/arnold-schwarzenegger/] as one of the best, the uncrowned Prince of the sport knows the game inside out. His career may have been cut short because of medical factors, but his craze for bodybuilding remains undying. In a recent Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/officialflexwheeler/] post, Flex talks about the importance of ‘squat.’ Speaking about the relevance of the exercise, the retired bodybuilding legend had a lot of insights to share. So what exactly did Wheeler say? Let’s find out. FLEX WHEELER IMPARTS HIS WORDS OF WISDOM In a recently shared video clip, the Arnold Classic winner talks about ‘Squatting.’ Referring to it as one of “the oldest and most primal basic movement,” the IFBB champion spoke about its relevance. Emphasizing its importance, Flex adds that squatting should be the “foundation of every workout program.” Barring a few expectations, he adds that in bodybuilding, there is “no better total body movement.” Flex also talks about the variations of the squat. Being a professional in the field, the bodybuilding champion revealed how one wouldn’t be able to do proper squats with and without the weight if their foundation is shaky. Answer to a Life-Long Bodybuilding Debate in 2020 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-its-not-fair-uncrowned-mr-olympia-flex-wheeler-gave-a-simple-answer-to-a-life-long-bodybuilding-debate-in-2020/] Wheeler may not have registered any significant wins, but the legacy that he has left behind remains unmatched. Never the stage has seen a bodybuilder who has suffered so many injuries in his career. Having undergone 40+ surgeries [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-news-bodybuilding-news-flex-wheeler-who-endured-probably-over-40-surgeries-confessed-in-2016-why-he-would-never-return-to-bodybuilding/], the legend yet again had to undergo another surgery to repair his left rotator cuff. WHEELER’S TUSSLE WITH HEALTH Last week Flex took to his Instagram to announce [https://www.essentiallysports.com/us-sports-bodybuilding-news-i-am-sick-and-tired-of-being-sick-ailing-flex-wheeler-is-frustrated-with-his-life-after-coming-out-of-his-recent-surgery/] that he will be undergoing surgery. Friends, industry colleagues, and fans soon joined to extend their wishes for the legend. As the surgery was a success, Flex took to his Instagram story to reveal, “Post-surgery pain is a lot more bearable this time around.” [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Web-capture_28-11-2022_22392_www.essentiallysports.com_.jpeg] Flex saw many setbacks in terms of medical emergencies throughout his career. As he braved through his medical emergency again, he could not help but comment, “But I’d be lying if I didn’t say this is all very depressing. I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired.”Needless to say, the Wheeler fans are happy to see their favorite recovering. Watch This Story: Revealed: Here Are The Final Qualified Athletes For Mr. Olympia From All-Division [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/us-sports-news-revealed-here-are-the-final-qualified-athletes-for-mr-olympia-from-all-division/] 

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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.

<img class="aligncenter wp-image-1036377 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/ronnie-coleman.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="720" />
<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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