Ronnie Coleman, With More Mr. Olympia Titles Than Arnold Schwarzenegger, Once Made a Startling Revelation to Joe Rogan on Why He Became a Bodybuilder
Follow Us
The Joe Rogan Experience has had many guests during its decade-long presence on the web. However, none was more amazing than 8-time consecutive Mr. Olympia winner Ronnie Coleman.
The Bodybuilding icon graced the JRE podcast on episode #1489. The GOAT shocked the host with his revelation of how he started his legendary career. What exactly did Coleman say that shocked the former Fear Factor host?
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
The 2-decade veteran UFC commentator was in awe of the presence of The King. Rogan watched old prime Ronnie Coleman photographs and described the legend’s physique as something that can be made only in a science fiction movie.
Joe Rogan asked Ronnie Coleman about how he started bodybuilding
While having discussions about Coleman’s injuries, his renowned career, and how he could ‘smash’ The Hulk, Coleman had a surprising revelation.
Rogan asked, “When you first started, did you have this idea… was this a dream?”
Trending
“Jamie F**ked Up”, “Copyright Problems?” – Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson’s JRE Episode Deleted in Minutes as Fans Left Confused
April 19, 2024 03:05 PM EDT
“Bubble Gut From High HGH Abuse” – Joe Rogan’s Dire Health Concern Flare Up as Fans Worry About UFC Commentator
April 16, 2024 05:03 AM EDT
Maura Tierney Exposes Why Joe Rogan’s Character Was a “Conspiracy Theorist” on ‘NewsRadio’ – “Does Not Surprise Me”
April 19, 2024 04:00 PM EDT
Justin Gaethje’s Team Messes Up Mid Fight Before Getting KO’d at UFC 300, Max Holloway Reveals – “I Could Hear Trevor”
April 14, 2024 09:09 AM EDT
Justin Gaethje’s Woes Pile Up After UFC 300 as Islam Makhachev’s Coach Personally Sends Ex-BMF a Sad Update
April 18, 2024 02:04 PM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest UFC stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
View this post on Instagram
Coleman answered, “No, no, I did it because they gave me a free membership to the gym. I never had a dream, I just wanted a free membership because I was poor back then. I couldn’t, you know, afford to pay for a gym membership.”
Coleman further added, “I had to eat pizza every day to survive because I couldn’t make the best money. While the time I got into the Police department, I was still struggling and trying to get back on my feet and I couldn’t afford a membership still.”
This answer was something Rogan did not anticipate and was surprised to learn these details about the legend’s journey started.
Who has won the most Mr. Olympia titles?
Arguably the greatest bodybuilder of all time, who surpassed Arnold Schwarzenegger‘s 7 Mr. Olympia title, realized a dream that he never had.
Joe Rogan Once Got 2 Weeks of ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ After Trying the Monotrophic Diet
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Lee Haney (1984-1991) and Ronnie Coleman are tied at the number one position for most Mr. Olympia wins with 8. Phil Heath (2011-2017) came close to beating their record with 7-straight.
Coleman and Rogan had a one and half-hour conversation where many stories about the Mr. Olympia legend came to light.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
WATCH THIS STORY – Ronda Rousey Best Finishes
What do you make of Ronnie Coleman’s revelation to Joe Rogan about starting his legendary bodybuilding career? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
Edited by:
Paras Pande