Treptious images with the legendary Ronnie Coleman »He was just going after 13 operations, now he was subjected to a new attempt:” almost killed me “
Article by Maria Olteanu – published Monday, July 21, 2025 19:43 / Updated Monday, July 21, 2025 20:01
Ronnie Coleman (61 years old) is known throughout the world as one of the best, if not the best bodybuilder of all time. However, the high weights affected the health of the American, so now, after 13 operations, it can barely go.
Undoubtedly, Coleman is among the largest all-time bodybuilders-with 26 titles won, including eight consecutive titles at the prestigious “Mr. Olympia”. However, this lifestyle has made its mark on him.
The American appeared at an autograph session, but could not climb alone in the armchair, needing help. He was the best bodybuilder of his time, and despite modest beginnings, his domination was rapid. However, the high weights have affected his health, according to Sportal.blic.rs.
GALLERY. Ronnie Coleman suffered 13 operations
He suffered several back injuries. Before losing the number of surgery, it reached a total of 13 operations, including two hip prostheses. The most serious injury suffered it in 1996, when it dislocated an intervertebral disc. However, he did not seek medical help until 2005.
For this reason, today is dependent on the wheelchair. Recently, he was specially invited to Arnold Classic, where he met with Schwarzenegger.
Ronnie is not beaten
It was and remained a symbol of this sport. There is talk of his performance, especially about the one in which he raised 364 kilograms at the knee, winning a free life subscription to a forceful room.
Even after all operations, Ronnie is not beaten.
I think the operations did not go as it should have led to the fact that they can no longer stand. You have to understand that it is not easy for me, that each operation is very difficult and that one costs $ 500,000. Only for the last three operations I spent over $ 2,000,000 and, after all, I still can't stand. I will not give up, I will continue to fight with your support
– Ronnie Coleman
Terminate images posted from the hospital
Three days ago, he posted an emotional clip on the hospital bed, in which he revealed that he was diagnosed with septicemia.
A few weeks ago, I was admitted to the hospital with a serious blood infection that almost killed me … sepsis! I share this because I want to understand how real the danger is. Sepsis can kill quickly if not detected in time. So here's how you can hold the signs-think about time
T – temperature; I – infection; M – mental changes; E – extremely serious
If you feel you could die – don't wait. Don't try to resist. Go to emergencies. It's not just about strength – it's about survival. Stay strong. Stay vigilant.
– The message of Ronnie Coleman, on Instagram
