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Kai Greene Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Kai Greene Then

Kai Greene was born in Brooklyn, New York, on July 12, 1975. He had a troubled childhood, spending time in foster care and juvenile detention.

Greene discovered bodybuilding as a way to channel his aggression and turn his life around. He began training at the age of 18, and quickly developed a physique that stood out from the competition.

In 2004, Greene won the NPC Team Universe Heavyweight title. This victory earned him his IFBB Pro Card, which allowed him to compete in professional bodybuilding competitions.

Greene made his professional debut at the 2005 Arnold Classic, where he finished in 9th place. He followed this up with a 5th place finish at the 2005 Mr. Olympia.

In 2009, Greene had his breakout year, winning the Arnold Classic. He continued to compete at the highest level for several more years, finishing in the top five at the Mr. Olympia on multiple occasions.

Kai Greene: Competitive History

* 2004 NPC Team Universe Heavyweight Champion
* 2005 Arnold Classic 9th place
* 2005 Mr. Olympia 5th place
* 2009 Arnold Classic Champion
* 2010 Mr. Olympia 3rd place
* 2011 Mr. Olympia 2nd place
* 2012 Mr. Olympia 3rd place
* 2013 Mr. Olympia 4th place
* 2014 Mr. Olympia 5th place

Kai Greene Now

Greene retired from professional bodybuilding in 2015. He has since pursued a variety of endeavors, including acting, writing, and business.

Greene is the owner of a fitness supplement company called GreeneSupplements. He is also a motivational speaker and has appeared on numerous television shows and documentaries.

In 2019, Greene published his autobiography, titled “Relentless.”