Arnold Schwarzenegger turns 72 years old on July 30, 2019. Arnold is famously known worldwide for his incredible physique even at this age. He is seven times winner of Mr.Olympia title. The Terminator star also became Mr Universe at the age of 20. On occasion of Arnold's birthday let us unlock the secret behind Arnold's fitness even in his 70s. We will brief you with the diet and workout of Arnold Schwarzenegger that keeps him fit even at this age. Arnold Schwarzenegger Makes His Stupendous Rap Debut In A New Song, 'Pump It Up' - Watch Video.

Arnold Schwarzenegger served as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011. He made fame in Hollywood with the science-fiction thriller film The Terminator which released in the year 1984. Arnold, also known as Arnie developed massive physique for the movie Predator in 1987, the stills of that movie can never be forgotten by his fans. Speaking about Arnold's bodybuilding,  he started lifting weights at the age of 15. Arnold's father wanted him to become a police officer while his mother wanted him to attend a trade school. Arnold is an Austrian American, as he was born in Thal, Styria. In Austria, Arnold served in the Austrian army in the year 1965 when he was 18. Every male in Austria at the age of 18 is required to spend time in the army for at least one year. As a teenager, Arnold took inspiration from Steve Reeves, who was at that time American professional bodybuilder.

Arnold Schwarzenegger's Workout

We all know that Arnold is very strong and he never compromised on his fitness be it any age. Arnold was never afraid of competition and has always trained with a bigger guy than him.  Now let us discuss the workout plan of Arnie's in his 70s. As per the report of muscleandbrawn.com, Arnold currently follows a split training program where he trains multiple muscles in each session twice in a week.

On Monday and Thursday Arnold trains his chest, back and abs where he performs five sets of each exercise. For core, he does hanging leg raise, bench press and barbell bent-over are his major exercise for chest and back. He does shoulder and bicep workout on Tuesday and Friday, while he trains his leg on Wednesday and Saturday. His legs workout include back squat and stiff leg deadlift along with cable ab crunch. The secret behind Arnold's bicep peak even at this age is concentration curl and bicep preacher curl.

Arnold Doing Lat Pull Down

Arnold's Bicep Preacher Curl

 

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Arnold Schwarzenegger Training in his 70s

Arnold Schwarzenegger's Diet

As per the report of muscleandbrawn.com, Arnold believe in eating at least 1g of protein per pound of bodyweight. Arnie's love including eggs, bacon and red meat which forms the staple part of his diet. He makes a point that he eats 3-4 eggs in breakfast along with 2 pieces of bacon, a side portion of avocado with oats, honey and almond butter.

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Arnold included lean meat or red meat or grilled fish in his lunch and dinner along with brown rice or sweet potatoes. He also takes weight gainer powder, Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAA), healthy fats and dry fruits like walnuts or almonds in between meals.

Arnold is said to have one of the successful bodybuilding careers till date, where only two people Ronnie Coleman and Lee Haney have surpassed him by winning Mr.Olympia title 8 times. Arnie has also shared his secret of bodybuilding in his book titled 'The Bible of Bodybuilding'. Arnold will be soon seen in Terminator: Dark Fate.

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