Steve Michalik

Late American bodybuilder, Steve Michalik consistently won Mr. USA, Mr. America and Mr. Universe in the early-1970s. Steve's clear understanding of the human condition made him a valuable and in-demand fitness trainer and life coach.

Steve was a great leader with a master experience in longevity, health and wellness. He also experimented with different methods and products to improve his bodybuilding.

How was Steve Michalik's Early Life?

Steve Michalik was born on 8th January 1949, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. During his early years, he aimed to become a professional bodybuilder. At the age of 12, he was so dainty and had not done any activities due to sickliness.

Steve completed his primary and secondary education from Thomas A. Edison Voc and Tech High School based in New York City. Later, he went to pursue bodybuilding following his high school graduation. Likewise, Bob Morales did not completed his higher studies.

Steve's Professional Career as a Body Builder

Brooklyn, New York native, Steve competed and came in 3rd position at the Teenage Mr. America - AAU in 1968. Later, he won the Mr. Western New York State competition in 1969. 

Steve numerous bodybuilding competitions in 1971, including Mr. Apollo, and Mr. USA. Moreover, he became the Most Muscular after winning Mr. America title in 1972. He also competed in Grand Prix, Night of Champions, and World Pro Championships. 

Michalik frequently made his guest appearance on The Mike Douglas Show from 1972 to 1975. After retirement from his professional bodybuilding, he made a biographical documentary, Pumping Iron II: The Women in 1985.

Steve, further, starred in the comedy talk-show, The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch in 2004. He also acted in many TV movie documentaries, Adventures in Time: the National Geographic Millennium Special, The Man Whose Arms Exploded and Science of Steroids.

How Much was Steve Michalik's Net Worth When He was Alive?

5 feet 10 inches tall, Michalik earned a fruitful earnings throughout his professional career. He served as the president of Mr. America's Family Fitness and Counseling Centers and Sports-Strength Center.

Steve also became the director and host of Prime Life Fitness and Anti-Aging Program. Likewise, he was the promotor of various charity campaigns for breast cancer and cerebral palsy. He then worked as the director of Mr. America's Nutritional and Dietary Counseling Center.

Inspirational speaker and lecturer, Steve wrote many books, including Atomic Fitness and Atomic Golf. He then founded a fitness and health gym center, Atomic Fitness Inc., which specializes in muscle building, fat loss and sports training in July 2004.

Michalik ran his gym centers in all states of the United States for 17 years. So, he probably made an impressive earnings from his gym centers. Reportedly, he had a net worth of $5 Million, which is far lesser than Hugh Hefner's net value.

Did Steve Ever Married? Know About His Wife & Children!

Late Atomic Fitness' CEO and founder, Steve memorized the most best moments of his life with his childhood sweetheart, Thomasina Competello Michalik. The duo married in a very low-key wedding ceremony, attended by their dearest ones.

Talking about Steve's wife, Thomasina was the source of his encouragement. She was the backbone of his biggest achievements in life so far. Besides, she is a successful financier, who serves as the president at NextStep Planning, Inc.

The couple found the blessing after becoming parents of their first child, Steven Andrew Michalik, Jr. As of now, their son is a happily married man and, shares two adorable children with his beloved wife, Melissa Michalik (Steve's daughter-in-law).

Michalik Suffered Health Issues Before His Tragic Death!

Thomasina Competello Michalik' late husband, Steve faced many health problems during his bodybuilding career. Due to his steroid intakes, his bodybuilding coach advised him to take retirement from bodyweight lifting in 1980s. 

Steve used to take steroids during bodybuilding competitions, which later gave him a heart attack, baseball-size liver tumors, and kidney disease. He had gone through a kidney transplant surgery in 2011. 

Following the operation, Michalik quit the use of steroids and started to live a healthy life. He also continued to train and motivate many young and aspirant bodybuilders at his gym.

However, Steve was still fighting the depression for many years after he stopped taking the steroids pills. Later, he decided to end his life by shooting himself from the gunshot to the wound. Moreover, his wife, Thomasina found him dead at their house on 24th May 2012.

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