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Greg Kovacs Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Greg Kovacs Then

Greg Kovacs was born on November 16, 1968, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. He started lifting weights at the age of 13 and quickly developed a passion for bodybuilding. By the age of 19, he had won the Canadian National Bodybuilding Championships and was on his way to becoming one of the most successful bodybuilders in the world.

Kovacs competed in his first Mr. Olympia competition in 1994 and placed 15th. He continued to improve over the next few years and finally won the Mr. Olympia title in 1998. He is the only Canadian bodybuilder to ever win the Mr. Olympia competition.

Kovacs is known for his massive size and strength. He is 6’5″ tall and weighs over 300 pounds. He has a 60-inch chest and a 36-inch waist. He is also one of the strongest bodybuilders in the world, having deadlifted over 1,000 pounds.

Kovacs is married to Kim Kovacs and they have three children. He is a devout Christian and is involved in several charities.

Greg Kovacs Competitive History

* 1989 Canadian National Bodybuilding Championships – 1st
* 1990 North American Championships – 1st
* 1991 World Amateur Championships – 1st
* 1994 Mr. Olympia – 15th
* 1995 Mr. Olympia – 10th
* 1996 Mr. Olympia – 9th
* 1997 Mr. Olympia – 3rd
* 1998 Mr. Olympia – 1st
* 1999 Mr. Olympia – 2nd
* 2000 Mr. Olympia – 5th
* 2001 Mr. Olympia – 10th

Greg Kovacs Now

Kovacs retired from professional bodybuilding in 2005. He has since become a successful businessman and motivational speaker. He is the owner of several gyms and has authored several books and DVDs on bodybuilding.

Kovacs is still a huge fan of bodybuilding and he continues to train regularly. He is also an active member of the bodybuilding community and he often makes appearances at bodybuilding events.