“Wish Social Media Existed Back Then”: Jay Cutler and Flex Wheeler Discuss ’Sultan of Symmetry’s Insane 1993 Physique From Arnold Classic
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Bodybuilding is a sport where each muscle flex tells a story of dedication and discipline. As a conversation emerged between two legends of the sport, Jay Cutler, and Flex Wheeler. their discussion revolved around the awe-inspiring physique of the ‘sultan of symmetry’ at the 1993 Arnold Classic, a moment frozen in time that both athletes wish had been shared in the era of social media.
The former Mr. Olympia took to his Instagram to share a snippet of their interview, where he wasted no time diving into the heart of the matter. “What’s the best body that’s ever hit a bodybuilding stage?” he asked Manager Matt. Without hesitation, Matt responded, “Flex Wheeler,” setting the stage for a journey through the sands of bodybuilding history.
Wheeler’s jaw-dropping twisting back pose impressed Jay Cutler
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“When, though?” inquired Cutler, seeking the essence of that unparalleled physique. “Was it ’93?” Matt confirmed, unlocking a floodgate of praise from Cutler. “That twisting back shot,” Cutler exclaimed, “that is the most perfect physique ever to walk the stage, “ asserted Matt. As the conversation unfolded, Cutler reminisced about the late 2009 period in his career, expressing a sentiment shared by many fans about that era.
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Wheeler humbly acknowledged and moved on to Cutler’s own impressive quad stomp. “That ’93 season was like, people, I wish social media existed then because of that physique,” Cutler excitedly said. He further looked toward Wheeler and eagerly awaited a response to his inquiries and asked Wheeler, “Has there been a body like that that’s ever hit the stage that you’ve seen since then?” Wheeler responded with certainty, “I don’t think there’s ever been another body like that.” However, he added a unique perspective, “But there’s never going to be another Jay. There’s never going to be a freaking Ronnie.”
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In this acknowledgment of the individuality of each athlete, Wheeler touched upon the irreplaceable nature of iconic figures in bodybuilding history.
Records are meant to be broken: Flex Wheeler
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Moreover, as the conversation moved forward, the 50-year-old probed further about there being bodies like theirs in the sport. Wheeler’s response echoed a sentiment shared by many greats in various sports. “Because there’s never going to be another one of us, and I wouldn’t want it to be. I would want it to be a better version anyway,” Wheeler explained.
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Wheeler’s closing thoughts delved into the philosophy of progress. “Records are meant to be broken,” he asserted, “and if they’re not broken, then that means that the sport or whatever it is hasn’t excelled beyond that.” This insight encapsulates the ever-evolving nature of bodybuilding and the relentless pursuit of perfection that drives athletes to surpass their limits.
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The conversation between Jay Cutler, Flex Wheeler, and Manager Matt unveils not only the reverence for an iconic physique but also the realization that each bodybuilding era brings forth its own legends. Let us know which era of bodybuilding you love the most.
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Abhishek Manikandan