Marcus Haley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Marcus Haley |
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| Nickname | Haley's Comet |
| Born | October 5, 1972 Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft. 7 in. |
| Weight | 265 lb (120 kg) |
| Professional career | |
| Pro-debut | 2006 Atlantic City Pro, 2005 |
| Best win | 2005 NPC Nationals, 1st Place (Super Heavyweight) |
| Predecessor | Mark Dugdale |
| Successor | Desmond Miller |
| Active | 1997-2010 |
Marcus Haley (born October 5, 1972, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.) is a famous American bodybuilder. He is known by his nickname, Haley's Comet. Before he started lifting weights, Marcus helped take care of his four younger brothers. He was a great athlete in high school, playing running back and defensive back. He even earned a scholarship to Dakota Wesleyan University. After two years at the university, he returned home.
Marcus looked up to other bodybuilders like Shawn Ray and Mike Ashley when he was young. In Las Vegas, he began training at Gold's Gym. He met a female bodybuilder named Gabby there. His very first bodybuilding competition was the Gold's Gym Classic in Las Vegas. He placed third in that show.
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Becoming a Professional Bodybuilder
Marcus Haley earned his professional card from the IFBB in 2005. He won first place in the Super Heavyweight division at the 2005 USA Bodybuilding/Figure Championships. Another famous bodybuilder, Phil Heath, won the overall title at that same event.
In 2007, Marcus competed in the Ironman Pro contest. He placed fifth, which qualified him for his first Mr. Olympia competition that year.
Awards and Recognition
At the 2007 Arnold Classic, Marcus Haley placed 12th. He also won a special "Best Poser" award at this event. This award recognized his excellent posing routine on stage.
Life Today
Marcus Haley lives in Peoria, Arizona. He runs a fitness group called Team Comet Fitness. This group helps people prepare for bodybuilding contests and live a healthy lifestyle.
Bodybuilding Competitions
Marcus Haley competed in many professional bodybuilding shows. Here are some of his notable placings:
- 2010 Mr. Olympia - 13th place
- 2010 Orlando Pro - 2nd place
- 2009 Ironman - 9th place
- 2007 Olympia - 16th place
- 2007 Arnold Classic - 12th place
- 2007 Sacramento Pro - 5th place
- 2007 Ironman Pro - 5th place (This qualified him for the Mr. Olympia contest)
- 2006 Europa Super Show - 8th place
- 2006 Atlantic City Pro - 4th place
- 2006 Colorado Pro - 4th place
- 2005 Mr. North America - 1st place and Overall winner
- 2005 USA Bodybuilding/Figure Championships - 1st place (Super Heavyweight division)
- 2004 USA Bodybuilding/Figure Championships - 3rd place (Super Heavyweight division)
- 2003 National Bodybuilding/Figure Championships - 7th place (Heavyweight division)
- 2002 USA Bodybuilding/Figure Championships - 2nd place (Heavyweight division)
- 2001 USA Bodybuilding/Figure Championships - 3rd place (Heavyweight division)
- 1999 Las Vegas Classic - 2nd place
- 1997 Golds Gym Classic - 3rd place (Middleweight division)
Creative Works
- Quest for the Comet (DVD)
See also
- List of male professional bodybuilders
- Mr. Olympia
- Arnold Classic
