{"id":21563,"date":"2026-06-03T22:23:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T22:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=21563"},"modified":"2026-06-03T22:23:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T22:23:58","slug":"complete-full-body-weekly-workout-with-ronnie-coleman","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldbodybuildingnews.com\/?p=21563","title":{"rendered":"Complete Full Body Weekly Workout With Ronnie Coleman"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Take a look at Ronnie Coleman\u2019s workout, bodybuilding\u2019s most successful competitor for serious gains in your bodybuilding goals.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Designing a single workout can pose challenges, from selecting exercises and determining reps to targeting specific muscle groups. Planning a week\u2019s workouts may seem daunting, leaving you feeling disheartened. However, we can take inspiration from one of the bodybuilding greats, an 8x Mr. Olympia champion<\/strong><\/a>. That\u2019s right, we are going to go in detail and look at Ronnie \u201cThe King\u201d Coleman\u2019s<\/a> comprehensive weekly workout schedule, suggesting optimal muscle group pairings and prescribed sets and reps to help you attain a more impressive physique.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Known for his insane strength and practically unbeatable physique, let\u2019s look at Ronnie Coleman\u2019s workout.<\/p>\n

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Who is Ronnie Coleman?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Full Name: Ronnie Coleman (Men\u2019s Open Bodybuilder)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Weight<\/b><\/td>\nHeight<\/b><\/td>\nDate Of Birth<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
297 lbs<\/span><\/td>\n5\u201911\u2033<\/span><\/td>\n5\/13\/1964<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Division<\/b><\/td>\nEra<\/b><\/td>\nNationality<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Men\u2019s Open<\/span><\/td>\n1990s, 2000s<\/span><\/td>\nAmerican<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Starting off with looking at exactly who he is, Ronnie Coleman<\/strong><\/a> is considered one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Even before the eight Mr. Olympia wins, he took the bodybuilding circuit by storm. Then of course all of those titles had him cemented in the history books as one of the best to ever partake in the sport.<\/p>\n

His early life saw a very athletic Coleman, and bodybuilding wasn\u2019t yet in the cards. It was an introduction to a gym owner who offered Coleman a free membership if he let him train Coleman for bodybuilding competitions that sparked this journey. Once going pro, there was no stopping Coleman, a sheer force winning what seemed like every competition he entered.<\/p>\n

Eventually, that hard work and determination, matched by sheer natural ability, would see Ronnie \u201cThe King\u201d Coleman hold the Olympia title eight consecutive times. Coleman held the record for most IFBB wins with 26 titles for many years. That record was broken by Dexter Jackson<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, but Coleman\u2019s legacy remains even more intact as a legend. Coleman\u2019s reign would end in 2006, but his place in history was already set in stone.<\/p>\n

Before diving into the workout, we should note that Ronnie Coleman admits he wasn\u2019t natural and started taking performance and enhancement drugs when he was 30 years old, after he had been in the pro circuit for a bit. Ronnie Coleman also opted for natural supplements<\/strong><\/a> to help maintain his bulked-up body, building an incredible physique off of them.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s dive into Ronnie \u201cThe King\u201d Coleman\u2019s workout below.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ronnie Coleman Training Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This full week-long workout schedule will fire you up on all cylinders and ensure you hit each muscle group at least twice weekly. High volume usually means lighter weight, but do what feels comfortable. Your body will adjust to the load and volume over time, and those gains will start to pop.<\/p>\n

Start to gear your training towards mind-muscle connection<\/span><\/a><\/strong>. This is the ability to release yourself from all unnecessary distractions and focus on your muscles, specifically, a certain targeted muscle with a specific movement. More communication with your brain and muscle will recruit more muscle fibers<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>to start to see big gains.<\/p>\n

This intermediate to advanced level workout is great for those looking to change their routine while providing a serious challenge. Ronnie \u201cThe King\u201d Coleman didn\u2019t get to be his size out of nowhere, and this workout is proof of just how much it takes to be a legend in this sport.<\/p>\n

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Monday \u2013 Biceps, Back & Shoulders<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Tuesday \u2013 Legs<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Wednesday \u2013 Chest & Triceps<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Thursday \u2013 Biceps, Back & Shoulders<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Exercises<\/strong><\/td>\nSets<\/strong><\/td>\nReps<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Barbell Rows<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n4<\/td>\n8-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Low Pulley Rows<\/strong><\/td>\n4<\/td>\n12-15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Spider Curls<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n4<\/td>\n10-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Machine Curls<\/strong><\/td>\n4<\/td>\n10-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Seated Dumbbell Press<\/strong><\/td>\n4<\/td>\n8-10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lat Pulldowns<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n3<\/td>\n8-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front Lat Pulldowns<\/strong><\/td>\n3<\/td>\n8-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Standing Cable Curls<\/strong><\/td>\n3<\/td>\n12-15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Front Lateral Dumbbell Raises<\/strong><\/td>\n3<\/td>\n10-12<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Machine<\/strong> Raises<\/strong><\/td>\n3<\/td>\n8-10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Friday \u2013 Legs<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Saturday \u2013 Chest, Triceps & Calves<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Workout Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Let\u2019s take a look at some of the notes to keep in mind when it comes to following the Ronnie Coleman workout routine.<\/p>\n

How Much Weight Should You Use?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For training, it\u2019s important to hit all your reps with a solid range of motion and good contraction, so starting with a weight you can confidently hit is key to maximizing optimal growth. But you must use a heavy enough load to push yourself to stimulate muscle growth. The weight should be heavy enough to barely get you in the rep range for each set with good form.<\/p>\n

Once you settle into a weight, bump the pounds up and see what that does for you and your workout. Of course, you can throw in a drop set at the end of the workout if you\u2019d like, but this full body workout from Coleman should be enough of a monster to satisfy you.<\/p>\n

Stretching<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Be sure to stretch out those muscles before, during, and after this workout. You\u2019ll want to incorporate some dynamic stretching<\/span><\/a><\/strong> before and static stretching after your workout for the best results.<\/p>\n

Those leg days will be killers, and if you sprinkle in cardio<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, taking care of your body is more than key for overall health and longevity. Stretching<\/span><\/a><\/strong> will promote muscle growth<\/a><\/span><\/strong> while aiding in recovery<\/span><\/a><\/strong> and proper rest for your body.<\/p>\n

What About Sunday?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Take the day off and enjoy other things you love! With the volume in Coleman\u2019s workout, you\u2019ll need to add rest days throughout the week. Your muscles grow while you\u2019re resting, not in the gym. Rest days will give your body, mind, muscles, and joints<\/span><\/a><\/strong> the rest they need to recover between workouts. Without them, you only risk overtraining and hindering muscle growth.<\/p>\n

Watch Ronnie Coleman annihilate his back and biceps with the 2022 Mr. Olympia runner up Derek Lunsford<\/strong><\/a><\/span> below. (This video was uploaded in April of 2023 to Derek Lunsford\u2019s YouTube channel.):<\/p>\n