Hadi Choopan joined his coach Hany Rambod for a discussion surrounding many topics in bodybuilding.
Hadi Choopan is in the U.S. to compete at the 2024 Olympia in hopes of regaining his title in Men’s Open. He has been working with Hany Rambod in the gym and recently joined his coach for an interview where he discussed some major topics in bodybuilding.
Choopan was victorious after many years during the 2022 Olympia and considered the favorite once again back in November 2023. As the competition went on, it was clear that it was going to be a battle between Choopan and Derek Lunsford. Once the final came around, the judges opted for Lunsford as the 2023 Mr. Olympia champion.
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Choopan knows a thing or two about winning in Men’s Open. He was asked about Chris Bumstead’s potential in the division and believes he would be challenged right away.
“Well, Chris has a great physique. Top tier in Classic but in bodybuilding, it’s different. We’ve challenged bigger guys, 30 kilos heavier or 20 centimeters taller than me. If Chris jumps into Open bodybuilding ,he has to try harder and get better to be top-tier competitor here too.”
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Hadi Choopan Talks Ronnie Coleman vs. Phil Heath
There are many dream matchups in bodybuilding featuring some of the greatest physiques of all-time. One is Ronnie Coleman and Phil Heath, who combined to win 15 Olympia titles.
Choopan shared is thoughts on how the two would stack up next to each other.
“Who was better, Ronnie or Phil? Well, that’s a tough one. Ronnie and Phil are bodybuilding legends. Both had incredible genetics and training. It’s hard to say who is better between the best. They were both champs in their eras. As fans, we appreciate both. Each was a king of their time.”
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Hadi Choopan has been a fan of bodybuilding over the course of his life and this has led to building a championship physique himself. He has been a fan of Coleman and Heath as well. Together, he believes they both have benefits.
“Ronnie, being older, paved the way as a pioneer. Phil, being younger, showcased physique aesthetics we relate to more. Everyone can have their favorite but choosing between two kings is impossible.”
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