Professional wrestlers must be committed to the industry in every aspect of their lives, which often includes a strict diet and many gym sessions to look good inside the ring. It’s a demanding schedule, especially in WWE, so it’s no surprise that many wrestlers relax later in life and let themselves go a little.
9 Wrestling Legends Who Hate Hulk Hogan In Real Life
Despite being a huge star in WWE & WCW, Hulk Hogan didn’t get along with everyone backstage. These wrestling legends can’t stand Hogan in real life.
However, certain stars never change in that aspect of themselves. Regardless of whether or not they still appear in wrestling, these legends continue to look after their physiques and appear just as impressive today as they did throughout the bulk of their in-ring careers.
Kevin Nash Has Looked After His Body
His Acting Career Has Kept Him In Great Shape
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1990-2018 |
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Gauntlet Match – BTW (8/10/18) |
Kevin Nash was always physically impressive due to his height and muscle which is something he played into throughout his wrestling career. But he hasn’t slowed down in that regard after retiring as he often shares content online from in the gym.
It’s something that’s important to Nash and is obviously a way of life at this point in time. It certainly aids him when it comes to his Hollywood career too, as he’s been successful in Hollywood.
Goldberg Has Always Focused On His Physique
He Looks Like He Could Still Wrestle Today
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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Vs. Roman Reigns (WWE Elimination Chamber 2022) |
Goldberg came from a football background, which meant that he already boasted a tremendous physique. But that’s something he enhanced throughout his career by putting the work in to ensure he looked incredible.
Even during his second run with WWE which was part-time, he still looked more impressive than most of the younger talent. He continues working out today, and that’s why he hasn’t ruled out wrestling once more because he looks the part.
Triple H Is Still Jacked Despite Retiring
He Was Forced Into Retirement Due To Health Issues
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1992-2022 |
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W/ Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Bobby Roode & Samoa Joe (WWE Live Event, 6/29/19) |
Triple H always put lots of effort into his physique throughout his career, ensuring that he had one of the best physiques in the business. He enjoyed bodybuilding and that’s something that he brought to the wrestling world, which is why he always looked fantastic.
The Game dealt with a serious health scare that forced him into an early retirement, but it hasn’t stopped him working out. The multi-time World Champion continues to look after himself, likely even more due to that health issue.
Kurt Angle Looks Great Regardless Of Health Issues
He’s Put In The Work To Keep Himself In Shape
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1998-2019 |
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Vs. Baron Corbin (WWE WrestleMania 35) |
Few wrestlers have dealt with more severe injuries throughout their careers than Kurt Angle, having broken his neck multiple times. It eventually led to him having to hang up his boots as it was slowing down his mobility.
Despite that, he’s worked hard throughout his post-wrestling career to stay in shape and take care of himself. Angle has trimmed down his body weight and worked out in the gym to ensure that he still looks brilliant.
Batista Has Trimmed Down For Hollywood
He Was Always Known For His Physique
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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Vs. Triple H (WWE WrestleMania 35) |
Batista had one of the most impressive physiques in WWE history. His tons of muscle helped him look fantastic. He was known for his size, which added to his powerhouse style inside the ring.
Since retiring from wrestling, Batista has continued to remain in great shape, which has helped him with various roles in Hollywood, such as Drax the Destroyer. Recently, Batista has trimmed down to aid his acting career, but he’s still in tremendous shape.
Sting Always Stayed In Shape During His AEW Career
He’s Stayed In Good Condition After Retiring
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1985-2024 |
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W/ Darby Allin Vs. The Young Bucks (AEW Revolution 2024) |
Sting had a lengthy wrestling career, which saw him work for multiple top promotions, from WCW and WWE to TNA and AEW. He was consistent with everything along the way, being the ultimate professional, which is why he created such a great legacy.
Sting always delivered fantastic performances inside the ring, all the way through his final bouts in AEW. He also looked after himself physically, which has continued post-wrestling.
The Rock Gained More Muscle Post Wrestling
He’s In Unbelievable Shape Right Now
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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W/ Roman Reigns Vs. Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins (WWE WrestleMania 40) |
The Rock has always looked the part inside the ring, but ever since he stopped being a full-time wrestler, his physique has gone to the next level. The People’s Champion gained tons of muscle as he started seriously acting, which led to him becoming absolutely jacked.
He gained tons of size over the years, but he then slowed down and cut a little. Even though he trimmed down from his peak size, The Rock still looks like he hasn’t aged which was clear when he recently returned to the ring as part of his WWE WrestleMania 40 storyline.
Billy Gunn Is Looking Better Than Ever
He’s Still Competing In AEW
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1989-Present |
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Still wrestling |
Billy Gunn was a big star in the Attitude Era due to his role in D-Generation X and as one-half of the New Age Outlaws. During that time, he had a good physique and put in work to make sure he looked great, which was important.
However, Gunn has increased his muscle over the years. He’s now in the best shape of his career despite being one of the oldest active wrestlers in the business.
DDP Has Become Known For His Health & Fitness Program
His DDPY Business Has Helped Countless Wrestlers
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1988-2006 |
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W/ Dustin Rhodes & QT Marshall Vs. The Butcher & The Blade & MJF (AEW Dynamite Bash at the Beach, 1/15/20) |
DDP got into the wrestling business later in life, but he never looked out of place in comparison to some of the younger talent around him. That continues to be the case today if the WWE Hall of Famer ever turns up and interacts with the current roster, as he’s in fantastic shape.
DDP has created a business for himself that will leave a legacy even bigger than what he did in wrestling. His yoga programs have not only kept him in fantastic shape, but have helped tons of people both in and out of the industry.
Steve Austin Looked Amazing During His Return Against Kevin Owens
He Regularly Shares Videos Of His Workouts
Wrestling Tenure | Notable Titles | Final Match |
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1989-2003 |
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Vs. Kevin Owens (WWE WrestleMania 38) |
Steve Austin had a tremendous physique throughout his wrestling career, always ensuring he looked the part when he stepped out to compete. Despite retiring early due to injuries, he’s never let up on his physique, and he constantly puts in the work inside the gym to ensure he doesn’t lose his body.
Austin is jacked at the moment, and the videos he shares online prove just how hard he works. The Texas Rattlesnake might not be wrestling anymore. However, he still looks fantastic, so audiences are always clamoring for him to get back into the ring.