Ronnie Coleman retired from bodybuilding in 2007, but he has kept his aura intact by making relatable content on social media. His crossover with vloggers has garnered him a lot of appreciation. The bodybuilder icon has a whopping 7.7 million followers on Instagram. Moreover, his Q&A session on YouTube is widely popular. However, he recently presented the world with the viral moment of the century when he worked out with another Olympia champion. The duo shows mutual respect, just like good friends, and shares a healthy dose of banter.

In an appearance on The Iced Coffee Hour Podcast, Ronnie Coleman spoke about collaborating with a legendary aesthetic god of the classical era. He also revealed his habit of teasing the bodybuilder about his crowning glories.

Ronnie Coleman and Arnold Schwarzenegger indulge in banter

While talking about collaborations, the discussion moved toward Arnold Schwarzenegger. The King informed the hosts about his new collaboration with the Austrian Oak. “We got this workout, so I think it’d be the first time, see a guy from my era and a guy from his era has ever done something like this, ” stated the ex-cop.

Moreover, he proudly said that Arnie had 7 Mr. Olympia titles while he had 8, which adds to the allure of the crossover. Additionally, Coleman informed the hosts that he uses “every chance I get” to remind the Terminator of his one less Mr. Olympia title. In reality, the bodybuilding titans have nothing but appreciation for each other’s rigor in the sports. Coleman teases Arnie in good humor. 

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Coleman and Schwarzenegger show relentless commitment to fitness. Neither age nor injuries could hold back these talented powerhouses from going through the daily drill. Recently, his workout video with Arnold Schwarzenegger at Gold’s Gym in Venice broke the internet. It also reflected the respect they shared with each other.

Coleman was a good training partner 

Ronnie Coleman epitomizes the mass monster era of the 1990s, famous for unleashing incredible size and conditioning on the bodybuilding stage. In contrast, the former governor represented symmetry and proportions in the classical era. While both show different physical aesthetics, their achievements unite them in greatness. 

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So when the compatriots worked out together on a sunny morning in the mecca of bodybuilding, the video of the decade became an instant. Moreover, Arnie found a worthy partner in Coleman. Appreciating the King for his contribution to the institutionalization of the sport, Arnie said, “Franco is smiling down from heaven, and he is saying, Finally! Arnold found a good replacement for me.” 

Franco Columbu was a close friend and training partner of the “Fubar” actor for many years, pushing the superstar to do his best.

 Such bonhomie between the athletes enriches the sport and shows the new-age bodybuilders how to compete gracefully. Moreover, a nod from one icon to another is a win in itself. Have you checked out the podcast? Let us know in the comments.