Pro Bodybuilders Victor Martinez and Ronnie Coleman Share Details On Their Individual Recent Health Scares

Here’s a breakdown of the latest bodybuilding and fitness stories and news updates. Here’s what to expect in today’s GI Report:

• Victor Martinez reveals details of his hospitalization and surgery.

• Ronnie Coleman reflects on his battle with sepsis and the events leading to his hospitalization.

• Sacha Baron Cohen reveals his incredible physique transformation.
  

• RIP wrestling legend Hulk Hogan.
  

• Keone Pearson has more to do in Men’s 212 before making any moves to new divisions.
  

Victor Martinez Released from Hospital 13 Days After Emergency Surgery – Reveals Condition

Victor Martinez has officially been released from the hospital after undergoing a major emergency surgery that left fans and fellow bodybuilders concerned for nearly two weeks. The IFBB pro and Generation Iron Podcast host confirmed via an exclusive statement to Generation Iron that he underwent a spinal laminectomy—a serious surgical procedure used to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves.

Ronnie Coleman Reflects on Experience with Sepsis, Says Heart is Performing at 20%

Bodybuilding legend Ronnie Coleman did his first interview since being diagnosed with sepsis. He joined Ron Harris for a discussion about his experience and update on his current health.

The 8x Olympia champion was hospitalized on June 30 with what was originally described as a “serious medical condition.” Coleman’s family continued to provide updates about his situation up until he was diagnosed with sepsis on July 11.

Actor Sacha Baron Cohen Shows Off Ripped Physique Transformation

Sacha Baron Cohen completely turned heads with his new look recently. The 53-year-old actor debuted his new physique transformation as he prepares for a new role.

Cohen, who posed for Men’s Fitness UK, will show off a slim, toned physique for his role as Mephisto, the newest villain in Marvel’s “Ironheart.” Cohen commented on his new look on social media following the release of the cover.

Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Dead at 71 After Going into Cardiac Arrest

Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan has died at 71 years old. According to reports from TMZ, medics responded to a “cardiac arrest” call to Hogan’s home in Clearwater, Florida on Thursday morning.

There were many police cars and EMTs parked outside of the home early in the morning. Hogan was then carried out of his home on a stretcher and placed into an ambulance.

Keone Pearson Shuts Down Rumors of Move to Open: “My Destiny Right Now is 212”

Men’s 212 bodybuilder Keone Pearson has built an incredible reputation in the bodybuilding world. Right now, that is his focus as he continues to build a legacy in the 212 division.

There have been many rumors about Pearson making the jump to Men’s Open. During a recent interview with Jay Cutler, the reigning 212 Olympia champion shut down those rumors for now.