Dennis James, a former Men’s Open pro, was recently hospitalized in Germany due to a severe case of pneumonia. The news of his hospitalization was revealed in an Instagram post made by James on April 18.
A Successful Career in Competitive Bodybuilding
Throughout the 90s and 2000s, Dennis James competed actively in the IFBB Pro League, establishing a successful career as a bodybuilder. He was known for his impressive performances in the Men’s Open division, where he competed against some of the best bodybuilders in the world, including Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, and Phil Heath. Despite tough competition, James was a perennial top 10 contender at the Mr. Olympia contest.
Retirement and a Passion for Bodybuilding
Dennis James retired from competitive bodybuilding after his third-place finish at the 2012 Masters Olympia show, which was won by Dexter Jackson. Despite retiring, James remains passionate about the sport, as evidenced by his weekly YouTube show, The Menace Podcast. The show serves as an open forum for former bodybuilders and active competitors to discuss current events and their respective careers.
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Dennis James Trains Two-Time Mr. Olympia Winner for 2022 Competition
Dennis James has not only excelled as a podcast host, but he has also been busy training the next wave of Open talent. Recently, he played a crucial role in helping Mamdouh ‘Big Ramy’ Elssbiay prepare for the 2022 Mr. Olympia competition. James shared exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses of their intense training regimen, which was documented on social media just weeks before Ramy’s performance in Las Vegas, Nevada. Although Ramy finished in fifth place, James remains committed to mentoring and coaching the next generation of bodybuilders to achieve their full potential.
Dennis James Hospitalized With Pneumonia; Bodybuilding Community Sends Well Wishes
Former Men’s Open pro and current bodybuilding commentator, Dennis James, was recently hospitalized in Germany after being diagnosed with pneumonia. Details of his condition remain scarce, but James took to social media to update his followers on his situation.
In a post shared on April 18, James revealed that he missed his flight back home and was currently receiving treatment in Germany. Despite his illness, he expressed gratitude for the excellent care he was receiving from his doctors and nurses, as indicated by his thumbs-up gesture in the post.
As news of his hospitalization spread, the bodybuilding community came together to offer their support and well wishes to James. Fans and colleagues alike flooded his social media accounts with messages of encouragement, thanking him for his contributions to the sport and wishing him a speedy recovery.
“Guess I won’t be flying home tomorrow morning. Sunday night I ended up in the hospital here in Germany where I was diagnosed with pneumonia. Thank god for great hospitals and doctors.” Dennis James wrote.
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Fans and Bodybuilders Send Well Wishes to Dennis James
Dennis James’ recent hospitalization has prompted an outpouring of support from his fans and fellow bodybuilders. Many have taken to social media to send their well wishes to the former Men’s Open pro, wishing him a speedy recovery from pneumonia.
James’ contributions to the bodybuilding community have been recognized, with many expressing their gratitude for his work as a podcast host and his mentorship of young athletes. As he recovers in Germany, the bodybuilding world will undoubtedly be watching and hoping for his swift return to good health.
Bodybuilding and Pneumonia: A Look at Other Cases
In the bodybuilding community, pneumonia has unfortunately affected notable figures. Chris Dickerson, the sixth man to win Olympia in 1982, battled with the illness until he passed away in 2021. Dickerson was also recognized for his coaching, commentary, and podcasting for the sport.
Lou Ferrigno, a Golden Era bodybuilder and actor, also faced pneumonia which required hospitalization. However, Ferrigno’s health issues were due to a vaccine he received in 2018.
Given these examples, the news of Dennis James’ recent hospitalization has sparked concerns among fans and athletes. Despite limited information, many are hoping for his speedy and full recovery. Colosseum Strength expresses their well wishes for James during this time.
Overview
Former Men’s Open pro and bodybuilding commentator, Dennis James, was hospitalized in Germany due to severe pneumonia. Details about his condition remain scarce, but James posted on social media to update his followers on his situation. James retired from competitive bodybuilding after finishing third in the 2012 Masters Olympia show, and he now hosts The Menace Podcast, which serves as a forum for bodybuilders to discuss current events and their respective careers. James has also been coaching and mentoring the next generation of Open talent, including Mamdouh ‘Big Ramy’ Elssbiay, whom he helped prepare for the 2022 Mr. Olympia competition. Fans and colleagues have expressed their support and well wishes for James on social media, highlighting his contributions to the sport and his mentorship of young athletes. Unfortunately, pneumonia has affected other notable figures in the bodybuilding community, including Chris Dickerson and Lou Ferrigno. Fans and athletes alike are hoping for James’ full and speedy recovery.
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