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Can Phil Heath Win Olympia Again? Hany Rambod Believes “That’s Really Difficult To Do”
Hany Rambod believes that is very difficult, but not impossible, for Phil Heath to Win Mr. Olympia again.
Hany Rambod is a legendary bodybuilding coach – perhaps most notable for coaching Phil Heath throughout his seven Mr. Olympia victories. So perhaps there is no better person than Rambod to predict if Heath could possibly make a comeback and win the Olympia title again. During the latest episode of Dennis James’ The Menace Podcast, Hany Rambod admits that it would be very unlikely, but not impossible, for Phil Heath to win Olympia again.
Hany Rambod is a legendary coach for a reason. He has worked with elite bodybuilders such as Hadi Choopan, Jay Cutler, and new rising star Derek Lunsford. Most notably, he also coached 7x Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath. So it goes without saying that Rambod has some valuable insight into whether or not Heath will make a comeback… and if he could actually succeed in reclaiming his title.
In the short term, it appears clear that Phil Heath will not be competing this year. He’s set to be commentator for the Mr. Olympia broadcast – dashing any rumors that he would surprise return to compete. Of course, Heath is still notably in extremely good shape. So 2023 and beyond shouldn’t be crossed out for a return just yet.
While nothing is set in stone, Hany Rambod did cast some light on whether or not Phil Heat could return to the stage in the future. During his guest spot on The Menace Podcast, Rambod stated about Heath, “Could he come back? Absolutely.”
The bigger question – is does he want to come back? And if he did – could he ever possibly win?
Hany Rambod evaluates the reality of a Phil Heath comeback to Mr. Olympia
When the topic of Phil Heath came up during The Menace Podcast, Hany Rambod was extremely honest and open. It’s clear that Rambod has already given this much thought – but he also doesn’t sugar coat the reality of where Heath is in his career currently.
“Could he win? I think the hardest thing is that he would never, I don’t think he would end up looking at it like… can Phil beat this guy or this guy, it’s can he beat his best. Because when you do this and you come back like with Jay Cutler in 09, you have to come back and be your best ever to be able to win again after losing. There’s only one bodybuilder who has ever done it so far and that’s Jay in 09.”
Hany Rambod brings up two really good points here. The first is about the mindset of why Phil Heath would return. If he returns simply to win and beat other physiques – that is a recipe for disaster. What Heath needs to believe deep down in his core – is whether or not he can beat his best self. If he does not believe that, a comeback becomes a much harder road.
Rambod also brings up a second point – which is statistically, it is extremely unlikely for a former Mr. Olympia champion to come back and win after losing. This has only been accomplished once by Jay Cutler in 2009. While there have been other champions who came back to win (such as Arnold Schwarzenegger) – they never lost. They simply retired and then came back to win again. That seemingly small difference has a big impact.
That being said, the beauty of sports is that nothing is impossible. Hany Rambod knows this and follows up his statement with further clarification:
“I think Phil obviously is a phenomenal athlete, but do I think he can be as good as he ever was? That’s really difficult to do. I mean I never say anything is impossible, but I think it’s very very difficult. I’m just speaking being honest here because you know… look at how many years he went on that run.”
Time is another important factor that Hany Rambod alludes to here. Phil Heath’s seven Mr. Olympia wins was a long run. Period. That’s seven years of competing at the very best of the best quality. On top of this, it’s been five years since he last won. Phenomenal athlete or not – it is simply more challenging for Heath to bring his best in 2022 (or beyond) than it was when he was 10 years younger.
That being said, no matter how difficult it would be for Phil Heath to win another Olympia title – Hany Rambod would still support and coach him for a comeback. Why? Because if there was anyone who can redo what Jay Cutler accomplished in 2009, Phil Heath would be the one to do it.
Does Phil Heath actually want to return to competing? It’s complicated.
Hany Rambod’s analysis is extremely insightful. But it falls short in one aspect – he can’t read Phil Heath’s mind. At this moment, there has been no definitive yes or no to retirement rumors for Heath. Nor has he stated anything definitively about coming back to the Mr. Olympia.
All we know is that he is 100% out of this year’s competition due to his commentator commitments at the Mr. Olympia. However, Phil Heath teased that his competitive life may not be over just yet. In a recent Instagram post, Heath showcased an incredible physique alongside a statement: “I ain’t done yet, I’m only getting started.”
That comment is just vague enough to keep us guessing. He is referring specifically to competing? Is he simply hyping up fans for fun? Or is he referring to he bigger picture of his business ventures? We don’t know. And that’s the way Phil Heath likes it. Only time will tell if we see him on the Olympia stage again.
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Jay Cutler And Milos Sarcev Discuss Michal Krizo, Draw Comparisons To Phil Heath
Jay Cutler and Milos Sarcev believe Michal Krizo has a chance to be something special.
Jay Cutler knows a thing or two about building an elite physique in bodybuilding. He continues to share different opinions about the current state of the sport. Recently, he ran into Michal Krizo in the gym and raved about his physique. Cutler and Milos Sarcev share the opinion of Krizo and drew some big-time comparisons during an interview.
Krizo made the jump from the IFBB Elite Pro League to the NPC in July. He was one of the biggest stars in the league and will now be able to compete to earn his Pro Card. Both Cutler and Sarcev have seen Krizo in-person since he made the switch and believe that he could make an immediate impact as a pro.
During an episode of Cutler Cast on YouTube, both Cutler and Sarcev had some incredible things to say about the future of Krizo.
Jay Cutler Compares Michal Krizo To Phil Heath
Between Jay Cutler and Phil Heath, there is a lot of experience and success on the Olympia stage. Cutler is a four-time champion and has an eye for talent. With Krizo, he drew some comparisons to the seven-time champion.
“When I told his trainer, I said, you don’t see the fibers like this anymore. When he did his side triceps, you’re going to see the shoulder fibers and all that. We haven’t seen a lot of that, but I compare Phil Heath when I say that because Phil just had the tie ins and the thinner skin,” Cutler said.
Jay Cutler saw Michal Krizo in-person at Gold’s Gym when he was making a video of a workout. He led the NPC bodybuilder through some bodybuilding poses and had plenty to say about his look. He believes he could upset some people if he was to make it to the Olympia stage.
Milos Sarcev was the first to make these claims. There is plenty of hype around Krizo and the renowned coach believes that there is a good reason.
“Krizo has some of the craziest arms you’ve ever seen in your life. The front double bicep is almost impossible to achieve. Round shoulders, round arms, very good legs, decent chest, good chest, we talked about it when he looked pumped, the chest looked good. I still think he can still build up a little bit more size,” Sarcev said.
The 2022 Olympia is already full of some elite talent and it will be interesting to see who could compete with two-time champion Big Ramy. This is not to say that Michal Krizo will immediately win the Olympia but he has a chance to jump into the top 10.
“We just saw two guys that have not hit the Olympia stage yet but can 100% be in the top ten if they show up in condition. Now that’s the big question mark. Can they show up looking like this. How many times have we seen guys that are Mr. Olympia in the gym and then they just don’t show up,” Cutler said.
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Phil Heath: “I Ain’t Done Yet. I’m Only Getting Started.”
Phil Heath declares that he’s far from done and is just getting started!
It appears that seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath isn’t quite done with competing yet. The bodybuilding veteran hinted that he has plenty left in the tank and from the sounds of things he could be making a return in the near future.
After taking third at the 2020 Olympia, Phil Heath has yet to step onto a competitive bodybuilding stage. Once the king of the Men’s Open division, Heath saw his long-time reign come to an end at the hands of the late Shawn Rhoden back in 2018. Since then Heath has been only appeared on the competitive stage once. While he still looked impressive it was clear that his best days were behind him.
At least that was what the bodybuilding world thought.
Since that time, Phil Heath has still been putting in quality work at the gym. The former Olympia king has looked stage ready recently and many have speculated that he isn’t done competing yet. Now it appears that we have some definitive proof to back up that notion.
In a recent post to social media Phil Heath declared that he isn’t done yet. In fact he made is clear that he’s just getting started. The video in question shows Phil Heath training biceps while spending time in Mexico. From the looks of things he’s still in top form and is looking as impressive as ever.
Plenty Left in The Tank
Just a Man who believed in his dreams and took himself through hell to get to his promise land and still wants more out of this life.
When you want success more than anyone you will go through absolute madness to get it. Most common folks have limiting belief systems and it keeps them from making their dreams a reality. You must TRUST in yourself and put your faith first. God gave you a gift unlike any other person! You are One of One! When you face your fears daily and do it with a strong and rooted spirit- You will accomplish your goals and dreams!
Last workout here in Mexico and I loved every second. The sweat I poured into each rep, each set was fueled by the energy from above along with my amazing fans.
I ain’t done yet. I’m only getting started.
Let’s Ride!!!!
Who knows, we could see Phil Heath surprise the bodybuilding world and step on stage at this year’s Olympia. While nothing has been confirmed, it’s fair to say that stranger things have happened.
What do you think of Phil Heath and his current physique?
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Phil Heath Announces He Will Be Hosting & Commentating Olympia 2022
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Pro bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia champ Phil Heath reveals he will be doing commentary for the Olympia 2022 pay-per-view.
7x Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath has officially announced that he will be hosting and commentating at the Olympia 2022. The news comes after many questioned whether or not Heath would a comeback and compete at this year’s Olympia. News of the hosting gig essentially confirms that he will not be competing.
The Olympia 2022 weekend will be taking place on December 15-18 in Las Vegas, NV. It’s the biggest event of the bodybuilding season – essentially the super bowl of bodybuilding. It’s the very competition that helped make Phil Heath a star. He was able to dominate the Mr. Olympia competition for seven years straight – becoming one of the most legendary bodybuilders in the sport.
Phil Heath’s dominance came to a halt in 2018 when he placed second behind Shawn Rhoden. Since then – he has not been able to reclaim the title and tie for the world record of most Olympia wins, currently held by Ronnie Coleman and Lee Haney with eight titles. In 2021, Phil Heath did not compete – leading to questions as to whether or not he would return this year or in the future.
But it seems that 2022 will now be the second straight year that Phil Heath does not compete. This has been all but confirmed by the news that he will be hosting and doing commentary for the Olympia 2022 pay-per-view event. The news was announced on his Instagram on Friday night.
“I am very excited to be apart this years Mr Olympia Weekend in Las Vegas this December. Commentating at this years event provides me an opportunity to express my love and support to its athletes who definitely sacrifice a ton to be on this historic stage.
To the fans I love you all and please know that I will do my absolute best in the booth, illustrating the body of work these amazing athletes showcase! Shout out to Jake Wood, Dan Soloman, the IFBB Pro League, @mrolympiallc and Jim Manion for helping make this all possible. See you all in Vegas!!!”
Phil Heath hosting the Olympia 2022 pay-per-view brings serious star power to the broadcast – which has been slowly expanding it’s production year over year. After going full pay-per-view rather than free broadcast, the PPV has included behind the scenes streams, expo streams, and a fully commentated livestream of the competition.
This news comes shortly after Generation Iron Network released the official teaser trailer for Kai – the life story biopic of Kai Greene. The documentary feature highlights the life of Phil Heath’s biggest rival. Notably, Phil Heath made an appearance in the film with a new exclusive interview – reflecting on his career and rivalry against Greene. It will be the first time in years where Heath has spoken deeply on his relationship with Greene. You can watch the trailer below:
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For more information about Kai – make sure to go to the official landing page. The film will be coming soon later this summer 2022.
It seems Phil Heath will be getting a double dose of additional attention this year between the film and his hosting duties at the Olympia 2022. He will surly provide deep play-by-play insight into the details, techniques, and skill put on display on stage. Currently, there has been no announcement of who will be doing commentary duty alongside Heath – if any.
Generation Iron will provide updates on this story as it develops. For more information about the Olympia 2022 weekend and all things bodybuilding – stick around the Generation Iron Fitness Network.
Phil Heath Meets With Dan Solomon: Is An Olympia Comeback In The Works?
Phil Heath recently got back into business with Dan Solomon. Will he return to the stage?
Phil Heath already has seven Olympia titles under his belt. Could he be coming for an eighth?
This has been a topic of conversation ever since Heath stepped off the stage following his third-place finish at the 2020 Olympia. The legendary bodybuilder has not officially retired and this is why there has been talks of a return. On Saturday, Heath was in South Florida to meet with Dan Solomon.
The Olympia President shared a post on Instagram detailing his office move to South Florida and hinting at some projects that Heath is working on.
READ MORE: Phil Heath Discusses A Possible Comeback To Accomplish 10x Mr. Olympia Goal
“To help celebrate my recent move into my new South Florida office space, Phil Heath stopped by for a visit today. — Phil has some big projects in the works and he’s fast becoming a powerhouse motivational speaker!! Incredibly proud of Phil and all the opportunities that are coming his way. We’ll have some announcements for you guys soon. @philheath“
What Is Next For Phil Heath?
Phil Heath commented on Solomon’s post expressing his excitement in sharing news with bodybuilding fans.
“A great office and even better conversation today @dansolomon_official as it’s always great having a solid meeting of the minds. Excited to share more with you soon ?”
Heath first appeared in the Olympia in 2008 and reached the pinnacle in 2011. This was the first of seven consecutive victories. In 2018, Heath finished second to Shawn Rhoden before missing the competition in 2019.
READ MORE: Phil Heath Shows Off Chiseled Midsection In Recent Update
Since stepping off stage, Phil Heath has continued to train and look massive in physique updates. It is clear that he still has a passion for fitness and has kept his physique in championship shape.
Phil Heath has discussed the possibility of returning to the Olympia and it has not sounded like there is a plan anytime soon. With that being said, there is clearly something in the works between Heath and Solomon. Fans will have to wait until it is announced to look forward to Heath’s next venture — whatever it may be.
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Phil Heath Opens Up About Mindset, Family, and Competition on Lewis Howes Podcast
Phil Heath had a very interesting conversation with the popular Lewis Howes.
Seven-time Mr. Olympia champion Phil Heath joined Lewis Howes for an in-depth conversation on the School of Greatness podcast. Heath spoke on a number of topics opening up about his family, particularly his relationship with his father, his mindset and competitive bodybuilding.
Phil Heath has built quite the reputation over the last several years. Once standing as the beacon of bodybuilding, the nigh unbeatable champion, Heath now finds himself semi-retired, but still training hard. While he still has the goods to compete against the best of the best in bodybuilding, His recent downtime has allowed him to evaluate his life outside of competition.
Always known to keep things close to the chest, Phil Heath has been come more open these days. Not only does he touch on mindset, but he also has delved deep into his personal life as well. There’s no better example of that than his recent appearance on the Lewis Howes Podcast.
Renowned for his incredible interviewing abilities, Lewis Howes has the skills to get nearly anyone to open up. On his most recent podcast Howes had the seven-time Olympian champion join him for a deeply engaging conversation.
Deep Dive
Phil Heath spoke on his family life and his relationship with his father. He also touched on his mindset and his bodybuilding career.
Don’t be afraid to reinvent yourself. This episode dives deep into having faith in yourself, learning from your mistakes, vulnerability, and so much more.
The legendary Phil Heath is dropping truth bombs left & right in this interview… You don’t want to miss it!
Insta Make no mistake, this is a far different Phil Heath than what we’re used to seeing. Usually Heath is brimming with confidence, a true pillar of strength. But in this podcast interview, we see the mask slip a bit. We see a far more vulnerable Phil Heath than we ever have before. When he specifically speaks on his father during the podcast, you can see that Heath has found a new level of self-awareness, making him stronger mentally than ever before.
To see the full eye opening interview click here.
What do you think about the Phil Heath interview with Lewis Howes?
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Jay Cutler Believes ‘People Need To Stop’ Discussing A Return For Phil Heath: “He’s Not Coming Back”
Jay Cutler recent discussed the idea of Phil Heath returning to the stage.
Jay Cutler continues to be vocal about all things bodybuilding — including steroid use, history, and now the potential return of Phil Heath. Fans have been hoping that Heath makes his way back to the stage but to this point, it seems unlikely. Cutler agrees with that notion and believes people need to stop discussing it.
Cutler burst onto the scene in the early 2000s and reached the pinnacle of the sport in 2006. He was able to end Ronnie Coleman’s streak of eight consecutive Olympia victories with one of his own. Cutler won four of five Olympia titles beginning in 2006. In 2011, Cutler was taken down by Heath and this began a stretch of seven straight victories.
There have been talks of Heath coming back to the stage in hopes of reaching 10 Olympia victories. He continues to show a shredded physique in the gym, giving fans some hope of a return. On a recent episode of Cutler Cast, Milos Sarcev joined Cutler for a conversation.
Jay Cutler on Phil Heath: “He’s Not Coming Back”
Jay Cutler was a fan of Phil Heath from the moment he burst onto the scene. Heath caught his eye early and he knew he would be a champion.
“when you saw Phil Heath in 2005 or 2006 when he won the USA, did you say, ‘this guy is going to be Mr. Olympia.’ I called McGuff and I said, ‘this guy is going to win Olympia’, McGuff was like ‘okay’. I told Chris Aceto that same thing and he said ‘no shot Phil Heath will win Mr. Olympia,’” Cutler said.
Cutler was right as Heath went onto win the competition seven times. At 42 years old, he remains in what looks like championship shape but Cutler believes that he is now making a return.
“Like Phil Heath, he’s not coming back. Phil is in a good place. People just need to stop.”
In all sports, there are discussions on how different players would perform in a certain era. There are many that believe Babe Ruth would not be able to play in today’s MLB or LeBron James would not fare well in the 80s and 90s. Bodybuilding is no different.
Jay Cutler recently discussed the topic of how he would perform against six-time Olympia champ Dorian Yates.
“It’s like comparing me to Dorian, or how would I have done against Dorian Yates. You know when they post the pictures up, they say, ‘oh what would he have done against this guy or that guy’, I stood next to Ronnie Coleman bro. There’s nobody harder to stand next to than Ronnie Coleman in my opinion.”
This is all speculation from Jay Cutler as he does not have a definite answer on the future of Phil Heath. What we do know is that Cutler does not like to discuss hypotheticals about different bodybuilders and their status against one another.
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Phil Heath Shows Off Chiseled Midsection in Recent Update
Phil Heath abs are looking shredded.
Seven-time Mr. Olympia Phil Heath recently revealed a much improved midsection in his latest physique update. The former Olympia king is showing off some impressive abs in a recent post to social media.
They say you can’t turn back the hands of time and honestly that’s true. There’s no way you can go back in time and hope to make a different decision. Part of being human is seizing the moment while you can since you’ll never get another opportunity. But it appears that seven-time Olympia champion Phil Heath didn’t get the memo.
While it’s unclear if the bodybuilding legend is retired or will make a return what is certain is that Phil Heath is still hard at work in the gym. A recent physique update has many wondering if the former Olympia king will make a comeback.
New and Improved Midsection
In recent years the biggest criticism that Phil Heath received was for his lacking midsection. His abs weren’t what they once were and it showed. It would prove to be the very thing that saw him dethroned back in 2018. But since then Heath has made improvements to his midsection as seen at the 2020 Olympia. While he didn’t win the show he at least showed the possibility of making a return to form.
Now in his most recent physique update Phil Heath is showing off an even more improved set of abs.
Sunday Leg Day!!!!
I’ve got goals and it is by no means just in my physique.
I’ve accomplished a ton in my sport, but what my next climb on this mountain of life is something which im gonna be most proud of!
The coolest thing is setting big challenges for yourself because you know it’ll be something which you’re putting forth maximum effort, intellect, sacrifice and perseverance. Your consistency while dealing with life’s curve balls will dictate just how bad you want it and that’s what separates the winners from the losers. Trust me I’ve been humbled many times from being out worked and what has made me want more is creating a more passionate “why”. This has enabled me to look deeper into my heart and figure out just how I’m going to navigate and respond versus react because responding takes more patience and understanding.
My life has definitely been filled with wins and losses, but those losses have produced more wins by learning from those moments of failing that I’m overjoyed with gratitude that God has provided me strength to keep pushing forward.
What’s going to push you through your darkest moment?
What type of language do you speak to yourself when no one is around?
Remember that finger pointing isn’t gonna do anything other than show you three more fingers pointing back at yourself.
I hope you’re providing yourself some hard questions and developing some real honest answers which will propel you toward personal greatness.
I know it’s not easy, but like an old coach once told me, “if it was easy Son, everybody would be champions!”
Have a great week!!!
Love to All!!!!
It may have been leg day but it’s clear Phil Heath is doing well in the midsection department. What do you make of this physique update?
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Phil Heath Looks Huge In Workout Video, Says Chance Of Return ‘Staying At 5%’
Phil Heath continues to train in retirement and does not see a return coming.
Fans have been hoping to see Phil Heath return to the stage for quite some time now. After seeing workout videos of Heath recently, there is no question why fans believe that he can still dominate on stage. According to the legendary bodybuilder, a chance of a return is still slim.
Heath ranks second all-time with seven Olympia victories. He won the competition each year from 2011-2017 and is behind just Ronnie Coleman and Lee Haney, who are tied with eight victories. In 2018, the late, great Shawn Rhoden defeated Heath. He returned to the 2020 Olympia, finishing third, and has not competed since.
Despite being retired, Heath has been able to maintain an elite physique and recently showed it off during a workout. In a recent interview, Heath revealed some secrets to his success.
“My mind was thinking like a boxer, this guy has got a great jab man and my jab may not have to be as good as his but I have to be able to move accordingly just to do the counter. If I can neutralize his strength, how is he going to deal with mine?” Phil Heath explained.
Phil Heath continued to explain how he was able to build a mentality and physique that made him a seven-time champion. It all began when he won his first title in 2011. Heath saw his competitors in a different light after finally reaching the pinnacle of the sport.
“I had arrived. That’s how I felt. It was all worth it. This is your new start. Because now you’re Mr. Olympia, you’re not these guys. You’ve already beat them. That’s in your rearview and fans may look at that like that’s cocky, no man, I did the work. I know the secret to my own success.”
Over the course of his early career, Heath used performances where he did not show his best to better him for the future. This includes a fifth-place finish at the Arnold Classic, which he referenced personally. Heath aimed to finish top-three and ended up in fifth place.
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This is when he decided to set new goals and just build the best version of himself. Heath was able to make the necessary changes and become a champion.
“It comes from hard work, discipline, and all that but when I recognized that I could do this better. Again, I talk about video games. The best thing is not just to get, you know I’m like old school arcade games. You go to an arcade, and you’re like I got my name in the game but you’re 10th dude. Don’t you want to be a number one, and that’s how I looked at it. I have an opportunity if I choose to play that game again and just challenge myself. How big can I go. It can be in anything. Literally anything.”
Despite remaining in top shape, Phil Heath does not see a return to the stage coming. Close to two years after Heath was last on stage, fans are holding out hope that one day he will attempt to win that coveted eighth Olympia title.
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Phil Heath Pays Tribute to the Late Cedric McMillan
Phil Heath pays tribute to Cedric McMillan.
Phil Heath recently paid tribute to the late Cedric McMillan. The bodybuilding world is still reeling from the passing of the popular bodybuilder and Heath is no exception.
The passing of Cedric McMillan shocked the bodybuilding world and rocked it to its core. No one could have guessed that McMillan would pass away at such a young age. Everyone in the bodybuilding community has been deeply effected by the passing of the standout bodybuilder. One individual in particular who was crushed by his passing is seven-time Olympia champion Phil Heath.
Knowing Cedric McMillan for quite some time, Phil Heath was directly effected by the passing of his fellow bodybuilding competitor. The two shared the stage on multiple occasions and also trained together many times in the past. Heath like the rest of the community is still reeling from the passing of McMillan.
Tribute to a Fallen Comrade
In a recent post to Instagram Phil Heath paid tribute to Cedric McMillan with a heartfelt message.
I’m still in shock over the passing of Cedric McMillan yesterday. My heart definitely hurts, but I find it important that I celebrate him for the awesome Man he was to me and others.
Meeting Ced back in the day was so cool because I found it so great to see a physique which I felt was worthy of amassing many top championships.
Traveling around the world was always special as Ced would typically be the one who would have no qualms at cracking jokes, making us all lighten up a bit. Seeing him compete and share also the stage together was cool no doubt, but I will remember his positive energy, no matter what adversity he was dealing with.
Ced, my heart aches but I know that God makes no mistakes and although I am upset that you’re not with us, I know you’ve imprinted some positive WITHIN US!!!!
Thank you for your friendship and of course bodybuilding brotherhood.
My condolences out to your family and friends. May we joke, lift and laugh again someday.
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Always positive and willing to bring levity with his own brand of humor, Cedric McMillan was truly a joy to be around. His warmth and positive attitude brought joy to those around him. McMillan will be deeply missed.
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