Lee Haney has strong views on the current direction of bodybuilding. In a pair of podcasts released on June 5, 2025, he discussed why bodybuilding is the most dangerous sport in the world. In addition, he revealed why Hadi Choopan is his frontrunner heading into the Mr. Olympia.

Having won the Mr. Olympia eight consecutive times, Lee Haney is tied for the most wins with Ronnie Coleman . In retirement, he continues to watch the sport closely, sharing his views and opinions on the latest physiques shaking up the sport.

Haney previously mentioned that the sport has lost its way and needed a reset . Below, he clarified exactly what he meant by those comments and previewed some of the surging contenders expected to make waves at the biggest show of the year.

Lee Haney Reveals His 20

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