Inside Ronnie Coleman's Legendary Bodybuilding Workout Split and Routine

Inside Ronnie Coleman's Legendary Bodybuilding Workout Split and Routine

By Dr. Marcus Chen, Ph.D.

March 20, 2025 at 07:12 PM

Ronnie Coleman revolutionized bodybuilding through his intense training regimen and strict diet plan. His workout program focused on heavy compound movements and high-volume training across a 6-day split.

Training Split Overview:

  • Day 1: Legs (Quads, Hamstrings, Calves)
  • Day 2: Back and Triceps
  • Day 3: Shoulders
  • Day 4: Chest and Biceps
  • Day 5: Legs
  • Day 6: Chest, Triceps, Abs
  • Day 7: Rest

Shirtless man flexing muscular physique

Shirtless man flexing muscular physique

Key Training Principles:

  • 3-4 sets per exercise
  • 8-15 reps per set
  • Progressive overload
  • Compound movements first
  • High-intensity training
  • Twice-daily training sessions

Daily Diet Plan (5,562 calories):

  • Protein: 546g
  • Carbs: 474g
  • Fats: 150g

Key Meals:

  • Breakfast: Grits with cheese, egg whites
  • Lunch: Chicken breasts, brown rice, beans
  • Dinner: Filet mignon, chicken breast, potato
  • Supplements: BCAAs, L-Arginine, Whey Protein

Man lifting dumbbell

Man lifting dumbbell

Notable Achievements:

  • 8x Mr. Olympia champion
  • 800lb squat max
  • 500lb bench press for 5 reps
  • Known for exceptional strength and size

This training approach helped Coleman build one of the most impressive physiques in bodybuilding history, though it's important to note that this intense regime should be modified for individual fitness levels.

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