after having had several heart surgeries and then having had surgeries on my shoulders and knees and all those kind of things it's important to kind of protect my body he's a bodybuilding icon an action hero and a former governor of California but beyond the muscles and the movies Arnold Schwarzenegger embodies the power of lifelong dedication to health and fitness while a heart surgery necessitated a shift from his intense training style he still lifts weights favoring lighter weights and higher repetitions he attributes his success saying I was born in Austria and made in America to the
countless individuals who supported him throughout his journey emphasizing that inspiring others remains his greatest takeaway today we'll delve into the strategies that keep this legendary figure in shape even at 76 years old we are going to reveal five foods he eats three foods he avoids supplements he uses in rou routine his daily workout routine five foods he eats I'm health conscious I was not always health conscious because when I was young I get away with a lot of things food plays a crucial role in Arnold's Health regimen he is more or less vegan these days
but he used to be the exact opposite at the height of his physical prowess he abided by the rule that for every pound of body weight needed 1 g of protein whole eggs eggs are a tremendous source of protein and amino acids it's then no surprise that Schwarzenegger ate three to four eggs every morning oats and now I eat more you know like oatmeals and whole grain oats contain both soluble and insoluble fibers and have been known to improve both cholesterol levels and blood glucose levels Schwarzenegger took his with a little honey protein shake protein
shakes offer a variety of potential benefits making them a popular choice for athletes Fitness enthusiasts and people looking to improve their overall health while many people still wonder what used to be the magical protein shake of the Terminator he once revealed the secret ingredient he added to his protein shake you wanted to see how a protein is made there's nothing special about it Almond Milk Banana protein powder raw egg cherry juice and alcohol to make his drink tastier and more efficient at the same time he says this drink literally you could serve at any bar
fruits and vegetables everyone needs to eat their vegetables and Schwarzenegger was no exception he also chowed down on salads a variety of colorful options for antioxidants and essential nutrients he likes green veggies fruits especially water melon these provide vital vitamins minerals and fiber almond milk Schwarzenegger generally adheres to a mostly plant-based diet consuming minimal animal products he stated a preference for plant-based Alternatives like almond milk over cow's milk I drink almond milk this is much better he said I would say that I hate cow's milk I drink almond milk I hate cow's milk three foods
he avoids red meat while he enjoys an occasional steak he has significantly reduced his intake of red meat like beef and pork focusing more on lean protein sources like chicken fish and plant-based Alternatives he says I stay away from meats and more from animal products and animal proteins because there was this misconception that's the only way you get big and strong so now I backed off that sugary products cut out just simply all the sugar products Arnold SCH Schwarzenegger avoid sugary products because they tend to be high in refined sugars these sugars can lead to
Rapid spikes in blood sugar levels which may not be ideal for overall health white bread and a cut out all the white bread white bread is made from refined wheat flour which lacks the fiber and nutrients found in whole grains Arnold avoids white bread because it has a high glycemic index meaning it can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar levels after consumption supplements he uses in routine when it comes to supplements Arnold keeps things simple take supplements I take multivitamins he takes a daily multivitamin to support his active lifestyle however he emphasizes that supplements should
not replace a healthy diet the supplement of what you eat so the key thing is is not to rely on a supplements as much as you rely on good food and are best used in conjunction with a balanced food plan and exercise routine his daily workout routine training is part of my my life it's that simple nothing will ever change until I die I will be working out and I will be having a great time in the gym and I will be getting the pump and I want to feel good he says strength does not
come from winning your struggles develop your strength the bodybuilding icon 76 still prioritizes daily movement though in a modified way due to having undergone heart surgery but I don't rain heavy anymore too many heart surgery cycling Arnold starts his day early often kicking things off with a bike ride to the legendary Los Angeles gym Golds cycling there and back this exemplifies his belief that efficient time management allows for daily exercise the day is 24 hours if you sleep 6 hours you have 18 hours left we work an average of around 10 hours a day so
you still have 8 hours left so don't tell me that you don't have time to work out for an hour a day swimming Arnold acknowledged the benefits of swimming as a lwi impact full body exercise he used swimming primarily for enjoyment and overall Fitness not necessarily for rigorous training purposes resistance machines Schwarzenegger does the whole training using resistance machines rather than free weights like dumbbells barbells and kettle bells it's surprising given the Arnold press and exercise performed with dumbbells was created by Schwarzenegger and is widely performed across the world he starts biceps training with machine
preacher curls one set of 30 reps then four set of 1012 reps second he does machine dip tricep extensions one set of 30 reps four set of 10 12 reps moving on to shoulders Schwarzenegger hits the overhead press machine five sets of 10 12 reps next Schwarzenegger performs machine lateral raises five sets of 1012 reps finally he does Machine rear delt flies five sets of 1012 reps Schwarzenegger says for me it's not about working out with the heaviest weights it's just I try to move as fast as I can from one exercise to the next
Beyond exercise Arnold prioritizes six duct s hours of sleep for optimal physical and mental performance he emphasizes listening to your body and adapting your routine as needed demonstrating the importance of balance and sustainability in his approach to health and well-being Arnold Schwarzenegger is a Living testament to the power of a consistent commitment to health and fitness by prioritizing exercise balanced nutrition and adequate rest he has maintained an active lifestyle well into his Golden Years remember it's never too late to incorporate healthy habits into your own life and begin your own Journey towards a healthier more
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