Bodybuilding is a sport that requires discipline, dedication, and a strong will to succeed. Throughout the years, many athletes have made a name for themselves in the bodybuilding world, but only a select few have managed to become true legends. Here are the top 10 best bodybuilders in history, each of whom has left a lasting impact on the sport.
Arnold Schwarzenegger:
Often considered the greatest bodybuilder of all time, Arnold Schwarzenegger rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s. He won the Mr. Olympia title seven times and went on to become a Hollywood star and a successful businessman. Arnold was also the first bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title seven times in a row.
Ronnie Coleman:
Known for his massive size and strength, Ronnie Coleman won the Mr. Olympia title eight times in a row, a record that still stands today. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Ronnie Coleman was also the first bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title eight times in a row.
Lee Haney:
Lee Haney won the Mr. Olympia title eight times in a row, tied with Ronnie Coleman for the most ever. He is known for his impressive symmetry and muscle mass. Lee Haney was also the first bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title eight times in a row.
Frank Zane:
Frank Zane is widely considered one of the most aesthetically pleasing bodybuilders of all time. He won the Mr. Olympia title three times and is known for his small waist and proportionate physique. Frank Zane is one of the few bodybuilders to win the Mr. Olympia title with the lowest bodyweight and body fat percentage.
Dorian Yates:
Dorian Yates is known for his intense training style and his ability to bring his best physique to the stage. He won the Mr. Olympia title six times in a row and is considered one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Dorian Yates is the only bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title while competing with an injury.
Phil Heath:
Phil Heath is a seven-time Mr. Olympia champion, and known for his impressive symmetry and muscle definition. He is considered one of the top bodybuilders of all time. Phil Heath is the second bodybuilder after Lee Haney and Ronnie Coleman to win the Mr. Olympia title eight times in a row.
Jay Cutler:
Jay Cutler is a four-time Mr. Olympia champion and known for his massive size and impressive muscle mass. He is considered one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Jay Cutler is the only bodybuilder to win the Arnold Classic and Mr. Olympia in the same year.
Samir Bannout:
Samir Bannout is the 1983 Mr. Olympia champion and known for his impressive symmetry and muscle definition. He is considered one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Samir Bannout is the first Middle Eastern bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title.
Dexter Jackson:
Dexter Jackson is a five-time Arnold Classic champion and two-time Mr. Olympia champion. He is known for his impressive symmetry and muscle definition. Dexter Jackson is the oldest bodybuilder to win the Mr. Olympia title at the age of 43.
Flex Wheeler:
Flex Wheeler is considered one of the most aesthetically pleasing bodybuilders of all time, known for his impressive symmetry and muscle definition. He has won several top bodybuilding competitions including Arnold Classic. Flex Wheeler is known for having the most number of second-place finishes in the Mr. Olympia competition.
These bodybuilders have all made a significant impact on the sport of bodybuilding
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