Ronnie Coleman

thumb|250px|Ronnie Coleman in 2008 Ronald Dean Coleman (born May 13, 1964, in Bastrop, Louisiana) is a retired American professional bodybuilder who shares the record of eight straight wins as Mr. Olympia. Sourced Hard work and training. There's no secret formula. I lift heavy, work hard and aim to be the best. Herald Sun staff (October 13, 2006) "A good life, naturally", Herald Sun, p. 017. I used to think that my career was to be a police officer, and that is what I was put here to do. But I always kept the faith and always worked hard on my goals and I finally found out on Sept. 25, 1998, why I was put here - (God) called me here to be Mr. Olympia. Brenda Young (May 17, 2003) "Living his dream", The News-Star, p. 1C. I just take it year by year. So much time is dedicated to doing this [winning championships] that I can't see having too much time for much else. Matt Ward, Arlington Morning News (May 10, 2001) "Local bodybuilder bulks up his career - Ronnie Coleman reaches for fourth world title, possible movie role", The Dallas Morning News, p. 2Y. You can't do this if you're not dedicated and determined, and have a strong faith. Because it's extremely hard, especially trying to work a job and do it. John W. Flores (November 14, 1999) "Body of Work: Police officer pours heart, soul into building muscles", The Dallas Morning News, p. 1C. It's so overwhelming. It's almost better than winning the lottery, because you worked for it. It's like something you want all your life, but you never thought it would happen, and all of a sudden it did. On his reaction being named the top professional bodybuilder in the world — reported in Nancy Kruh (October 3, 1999) "Ronnie Coleman- Nobody messes with this Arlington cop, a.k.a. Mr. Olympia", The Dallas Morning News, p. 1E. I wasn't given the genetics for football. This is my gift right here. I was always well-built. You can't do certain sports without the genetics, and talent, too, of course. Ellen Mazo (May 1, 1999) "Building the Image of a Role Model", Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, p. A-1. I want to help the up-and-coming kids. A lot of times, kids don't have much to do in the summer time. When I was a kid I didn't do nothing. I want to get body building out there and it will start with the younger generation. Raymond Linex (June 12, 1998) "Strong arm of the law - Arlington policeman sets sights on Mr. Olympia title", The Dallas Morning News, p. 1B. External links Ronnie Coleman Official website www.ronniecoleman.net Muscle Building Directory Category:1964 births Category:Living people Category:Bodybuilders Category:African Americans Category:People from Louisiana