RONNIE COLEMAN SIGNATURE SERIES™ SIGNS CHINA’S TOP BODYBUILDER!!!!

Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ is proud to announce the official signing of China’s top bodybuilder Zhang Hong Yu aka the “Quad-Zilla” of China… Coming off a fresh victory at the China Bodybuilding Championship, Quad-Zilla has aspirations of making his USA debut at the Arnold Amateur in 2014.  From the looks of it there’s one guarantee… He will have the biggest wheels on stage!

This marks the first time Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ has signed an international athlete.

“When I started this company I made a promise to give back to the bodybuilding community and given that we are a global brand, our goal is to sign bodybuilders from all over the world and help them achieve their dreams. Most of them have tremendous potential but don’t have the means to compete at a professional level.  Whether its supplements or money for travel we want to give them a chance to be the best they can be,” said Ronnie.

Living up to his moniker of Quad-Zilla, Zhang Hong Yu stands 6’2 tall and competes at 255lbs! The scariest part is his frame has plenty of room to grow!

“I had a chance to spend some time with Zhang Hong Yu during my tour in China and I was blown away with what he has been able to accomplish with so little. Given his age and time competing, this kid has the potential to be a major freak in a couple of years. His legs are way bigger than most pros and he has limited resources. We are excited to help him grow,” said Ronnie.

Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ will continue to expand its global athlete roster in 2013.  If you think you have what it takes please email talent@ronniecoleman.net

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Shawn Rhoden Joins Team Coleman

FBB Pro Shawn Rhoden Inks Deal With Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™!

Well, it’s official.  8X Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman takes yet another giant leap in the supplement industry by signing bodybuilding’s newest superstar, Shawn Rhoden, as the very first athlete for his supplement company. 

This monumental signing is a perfect fit for both Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ and Shawn Rhoden as both have taken the bodybuilding & supplement industry by storm in 2012. 

The signing comes as a huge shocker, even for Ronnie himself.  Ronnie readily admits he didn’t plan on signing an athlete in 2012. “Neither of us expected this to happen really, it kind of came out of nowhere, but this was an opportunity for both Shawn and Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ to be a part of something special.  We both decided we couldn’t walk away until we figured something out.”

Shawn’s recent success has garnered the attention of the largest supplement companies in the industry. Signing with Ronnie Coleman Signatures is a stunning surprise that will have many wondering, why?

“I chose Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ first and foremost because I am a huge fan of Ronnie.  He is a legend with so many achievements and the way he has handled those achievements is impressive.  I’ve seen his company grow overnight and I know how hard he works.  They might not be the biggest company that approached me but they certainly are the best in my opinion in every aspect.  They have a great staff, great marketing and most importantly great products.  Plus, I could tell how much passion Ronnie and his team had for what they do and how much fun they had doing it which is really important to me.  They made me feel like I would be a part of the company rather than just an athlete.  I couldn’t ignore the positive buzz from around the world either.  To be selected as the first RCSS athlete is one of the biggest achievements and accomplishments of my life.”

But, why sign an athlete when you are the 8x Mr. O?  Many wonder if this announcement is Ronnie finally giving into to retirement or if a comeback is still on the horizon… but the champ has another take on it:

“Shawn has done some amazing things this year and my experience tells me this is just the beginning.  Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ is about more than just me, it’s a company that’s committed to excellence in the bodybuilding, fitness, and supplement community.  Bodybuilding has always been my passion, my hobby, and I will never stop living that lifestyle.  I feel blessed to have this opportunity to help Shawn grow into the best bodybuilder in the world.  It’s going to be fun”-says Ronnie.

Ok, that makes sense but does that mean that you are ready to utter the word “retirement?”
“The last few years have been tough on me injury wise.  What a lot of people don’t know is that I’ve made several attempts at a comeback but I kept getting injured and had multiple surgeries.  I’m not ruling out competing again but I’m focused on growing my business now.  Signing Shawn is about the future.  I’d love to make it back on stage but comebacks are totally played out these days!  We will see what happens.”  Mr. Coleman remarked with a slight grin.  “It would be pretty cool to see both of us on stage though…”

This is a raw opportunity that gives Ronnie a chance to give back to bodybuilding the way that only a true legend is capable of…Through knowledge and mentorship of an up and coming star.  Ronnie plans on helping to develop not only Shawn’s physique but his career from the inside out.

“To have Ronnie believe in me enough to make me a part of his team is a dream come true in itself.  Anyone that knows me knows the level of belief I have in myself and in achieving my dreams.  It’s hard to describe it but Ronnie gets it. He understands it and he embraces it.  Plus, who wouldn’t want the greatest of all time in their sport to mentor them!?”
Matching the magical year that Ronnie’s company has had, Rhoden is coming off one of the hottest winning streaks in recent times with wins at both the Europa and Tampa pro and then moving on to take 3rd place at the 2012 Olympia.  Now he is fresh off of his victory at the 2nd Annual Arnold Classic Europe with the British and Prague Pro still to come.  With three victories alone in 2012 Shawn has solidified himself as a contender in 2013.  Add the possibility of two more victories in 2012 and he becomes the next true legitimate threat.  “Life and success is all about momentum and attitude.  Shawn and Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ look forward to celebrating together at the top in 2013.  The time is now and we won’t be stopped.” Says Big Ron emphatically. 

In less than a year Ronnie Coleman Signature Series has exploded globally and is now available in over 95 countries.  A feat that no other supplement company has accomplished in such a short time but Ronnie’s all about breaking records.  In addition, Ronnie Coleman Signature Series™ just celebrated their US launch by showcasing their custom 45 foot “Mobile Kingdom”, as King Coleman calls it, at this year’s Olympia.

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Evan Centopani Opts Out of 2013 Arnold Classic

IFBB Pro Evan Centopani's Olympia Stage debut wasn't as well as we would have expected. Evan took 8th place.

Before that, Centopani has competed in both the 2011 and 2012 Arnold Classics taking 4th and 3rd respectively.

In the following video, Centopani explains there isn't much of an off-season between the Olympia and the Arnold. Reading into that, it looks like the only time we will see Evan on stage again will be at the 2012 Mr Olympia.

Will taking an entire year off for the Olympia help Evan Centopani move from 8th to top 6? He will have to combat Mr Olympia Phil Heath, Former Mr Olympia Jay Cutler, the venerable and Mr Olympia Runner Up Kai Greene, former Mr Olympia Dexter Jackson, 3rd place finisher Shawn Rhoden, Branch Warren, Dennis Wolf, etc.

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Dexter Jackson Wins! Masters Olympia

Dexter Jackson takes the 2012 Masters Olympia! Wow, what a great way to end a fantastic bodybuilding season. Lots of surprises and nail biting contests throughout 2012 that culminated in Miami Beach, FL with the Masters Olympia promoted by Jarka Lorie Schneider.

Starting with Pro Bikini, the beautiful India Paulino has proven once again that beauty and poise combined with feminine muscularity reigns supreme on the bikini stage. In Pro Figure, the word that best describes Candice Lewis is, 'PERFECT.' This was one of the toughest Pro Figure contests, but there was no doubt Lewis stood head and shoulders above her competition. And for Pro Fitness, Australian native Natalie Planes dominated this contest with not just a great physique, but also a riveting routine.

And now for the Big Boys! All men that competed last night were over 40 years old, with some in their sixties and one in his seventies! However, bodybuilding is still bodybuilding, where the most muscular combined with conditioning and balance will always prevail. With that being said, IFBB Pro Dexter Jackson brought his best package on stage since he turned Mr Olympia in 2008. Dexter not only brought the consistent look that earned him the nickname "the Blade", but he also showed up with an inexplicable 'WOW Factor' that's been missing of late. Be prepared to see this same package at the 2013 Arnold Classic.

Arguably, IFBB Pro Toney Freeman did not bring his best package to date, but for a man that competes a multitude of times throughout the world in one bodybuilding season, Freeman proved that age is just a number. Expect Freeman to continue to dominate the bodybuilding stage for many years to come.

Coming out of retirement and placing 3rd, IFBB Pro Dennis James proved that living the bodybuilding lifestyle allowed him to dust off the shorts and get back on stage in only a few short months. A Flex athlete and a role model throughout the world, James proved that it's mind over matter combined with discipline and grit as well as great genetics.

Placing 4th was IFBB Pro Eduard Nunn. Ed's a fantastic human being with nothing but harmony and graciousness that comes from his mind and sprit, and it showed in his performance last night. Tall and muscular, Nunn has been grappling with leg development this past year. But, no more. Nunn's quads shown through and through on stage. Coupled with a tiny waist and broad shoulders, Nunn could have placed 2nd or 3rd and no one would have complained.

Rounding out the top 5, IFBB Pro Ronny Rockel brought to Miami the package he's been known for in the past. SWOLE is the word I would use to describe the German native. Had he brought this package to the 2012 Mr Olympia stage, he would have placed a lot better.

In all, the 2012 Masters Olympia production was a great success due to Jarka's never ending love for the sport and a need to recognize bodybuilding heroes of the past. Jarka even managed to coax former bodybuilding legends Francis Benfatto, Samir Bannout, and  Ronnie Coleman to guest pose on stage.

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