- Nicknames
- The Gift
- The Next Big Thing
- Height5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
- Phillip Jerrod "Phil" Heath (born December 18, 1979) is an American IFBB professional bodybuilder. He is a six-time Mr. Olympia winner, having placed 1st in the competition every year from 2011 to 2016. His 2016 Mr. Olympia win tied him with Dorian Yates for the fourth all-time number of wins behind Lee Haney (8), Ronnie Coleman (8), and Arnold Schwarzenegger (7).- IMDb Mini Biography By: FightFan87
- Phil Heath is a seven-time My Olympia champion from 2011 to 2017, including being crowned at the Mr Olympia's 50th anniversary in 2014. He's tied with Dorian Yates record, tied with Arnold Schwarzenegger's 7-time record, and close to Ronnie Coleman's and Lee Haney's 8 wins of the Mr. Olympia. However, things weren't easy for Phil's life in the beginning, he often had to raise himself as his parents were busy working full-time jobs. This helped Phil to learn the skills necessary to work hard in life and keep moving forward towards his goals. This drive made him a formidable character in the bodybuilding world, and has gone on to see him become one of the greatest bodybuilders of all time. Born in Seattle Washington in December of 1979, Phil was an active and athletic child growing up. Heath's parents were successful in their careers but often busy at times, leaving Phil to learn many basic life skills by himself. He learned to cook, train for basketball, and understand the value of hard work, driving home his philosophy toward life and training in his early years. He attended Rainier Beach High School, showing a love for basketball from a young age, and eventually, he joined the school team. Phil quickly earned a full athletic scholarship to the University of Denver in Colorado, he continued playing basketball while majoring in business administration and IT. While training for his basketball games, Heath became familiar with the weights room, and was inspired by the camaraderie and hard work that his friends showed in the gym. Deciding to join them, but still far from achieving a Pro bodybuilding career, Heath initially began weightlifting in order to improve his jumping power and presence on the basketball court. As he progressed, Heath became tired of basketball, believing it didn't hold the niche potential for greatness that he desired. He then decided to return to the weight room, which had become his refuge. Balancing three jobs, which were, web-development, bouncing at night clubs, and basketball academy training, Phil immersed himself in the culture of bodybuilding in his limited "free time". This later made him play with the idea of creating a spectacular physique as his lifetime goal. During 2003, and weighing a lean 192lbs, he took part in his first competition - The Rocky Mountain Northern Physique Committee where he was crowned champion, and earned the nickname "The Gift." By 2005, and at a respectful 215lbs, Phil was ready to win his IFBB Pro-Card. He soon made appearances at The Colorado Pro Championships and The New York Pro Championships, winning both in 2007. This gave him the confidence to compete in the Arnold Classic, where he came in 5th place. He was an unstoppable force for the 7 years, earning the Mr. Olympia title 7 times in a row. He used his success as a means of inspiration for others, along with becoming involved with charity work to help those in need. He's also released five DVD's on the topic of bodybuilding, alongside his personal story, and also appears in the internationally famous 'Pumping Iron's' sequel 'Generation Iron.'- IMDb Mini Biography By: Peter-Patrick76 (peter-patrick@mail.com)
- SpouseJennie Laxson(June 23, 2007 - 2015) (divorced)
- Trains at Armbrust Pro Gym in in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
- Won his first Mr. Olympia in 2011.
- Won his first amateur bodybuilding contest between ages 23 and 24 at the 2003 Northern Colorado State, placing 1st in the Light-Heavyweight Class.
- Nicknamed "The Gift" after his fitness apparel company called Gifted Athletics.
- Contest Stats: 5'9"/250 lbs.
Contribute to this page
Suggest an edit or add missing content