Hadi Choopan — Biography, Career, and Physique
Hadi Choopan nicknamed “The Persian Wolf,” is an Iranian professional bodybuilder who competes in the men’s open division of the IFBB Pro League. Born in Abnow, Fars province, Iran, Choopan rose from humble beginnings to international stardom through national titles, multiple international wins, and a Mr. Olympia championship. He is widely respected for extreme leg development, dense muscle mass, and remarkably hard conditioning on stage.
Early life & rise
Choopan was born in Abnow, Fars province and first gained attention in regional competitions before winning his first national title in 2005. He built his early international resume with WBPF and IFBB amateur success, then turned professional after consistent top finishes. Training under coaches including Jamshid Owji and later Hany Rambod, Choopan developed the size and conditioning that took him onto the Olympia stage and into the sport’s elite.
Competitive highlights & legacy
Choopan’s contest résumé includes multiple international pro wins, podium finishes at Mr. Olympia, and major invitational titles. His career highlights include winning the 2022 Mr. Olympia and taking top honors at major pro shows (including the Arnold Classic in 2024). Onstage he is celebrated for incredible quads, hamstrings, and posterior chain development, plus an aggressive, detailed presentation that earned him the nickname “Persian Wolf.” His trajectory and consistency have made him a role model for bodybuilders from Iran and worldwide.
Training & style
Choopan’s training emphasizes heavy compound movements for mass, high-volume leg specialization, and conditioning protocols that preserve density while lowering body fat. He blends old-school mass-building methods with modern contest-prep strategies, including focused nutrition, posing practice, and stage conditioning work.
