WATCH: Shawn Rhoden About His Biggest Sacrifice

Shawn Rhoden Mr. Olympia 2018!

Shawn Rhoden shocked the world at the 2018 Mr. Olympia to become the 14th ever winner of bodybuilding’s most prestigious crown.

While Rhoden, 43 could have looked for a way out after coming up short time and time again, but he showcased his championship mentality by continuing to improve on his physique until he reached his dream by winning the Sandow.

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This is the moment you find yourself in the victory circle when all of your hard work, blood, sweat and tears, sleepless nights and endless sacrifice paid off. To be standing here in this moment achieving a dream that has sometimes seemed impossible to reach . I raise this trophy not just for myself but for @sugarshawnray , @officialflexwheeler @kevinlevrone and the many others before me in appreciation of the path they set in place for athletes like myself to get to this goal . We have now changed both the history and the future in the bodybuilding world. Time to grind! #flexing #flexatron #itsgotime #itsgotime #inspiration #motivation #ifnotmewho #shawnrhoden #goldenera ? @charleslowthian

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This is how champions are made through sheer grit and determination!

“One person on the stage that didn’t trying to be number one, it should not be in the stage…If you’re training to be number two you should stay home!” – Shawn Rhoden

Bodybuilding is not an easy sport, is about sacrifice, dedication, motivation, effort, and giving it yours all throughout every second of every day. Every competitive bodybuilder you see is the signs of sacrifice. The grooves of their abdominals and their slab-like muscles tell a story of dedication and obsession.

“It’s all about you… As bodybuilding is a selfish sport.”

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One of the proudest moment of my life was last night winning the 2018 Mr Olympia. This moment was even more special because my family was on stage with me to celebrate with me. Through thick and thin, defeats, drain, tired pain and struggle, they are always by my side. This sport will break you at times. Your support system has to be strong day in day out. Seeing the look on my daughters face brings me to my knees. Watching tears of joy rolling down her cheeks makes my heart smile. Love my babes. Thank you for having my back loves. #fitfam #familyfirst #faith #love #laugh #live #thebestisyettocome #shawnrhoden #flexatron #wejustgettingstarted

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In the above video, Shawn Rhoden goes into detail about the kinds of sacrifices he made to become the 2018 Mr. Olympia champion. Watch the above video!