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“In His Element”: Still Looking Jacked and Ever-So-Elegant at 76, Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Caught in a Happy Mood by His Eldest Son

Published 08/06/2023, 2:30 AM EDT

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Arnold Schwarzenegger is a man of many talents, reflected in various titles and honors. Moreover, along with being successful, he is also a great dad. The Austrian Oak has often publicly highlighted the importance of family in his life. Schwarzenegger also takes his dad’s duties seriously. Despite getting divorced from his wife, Maria Shriver, over an affair with house staff, Mildred Baena, the Terminator, has left no stone unturned to be with his family. His children also love their dad and share their admiration on social media.

Recently, eldest son Patrick Schwarzenegger posted an Instagram story showcasing his papa’s swag. The political figure recently celebrated his 76th birthday with great pomp and splendor. It seems like the recent post is also a continuation of the celebrations. The veteran bodybuilder looked content and elated in the post. 

Patrick Schwarzenegger lauds Arnold Schwarzenegger’s magnificence

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Earlier, Patrick Schwarzenegger took to Instagram and posted a video of his father sitting on an old-school, rugged steel chair, specially made for the hero. The words “For the Man of Iron, The Terminator” are embossed on the seat. A decorated photo of the Austrian Oak hangs from the wall amidst the great political heroes of America. Schwarzenegger’s career as the 38th Governor from 2003 to 2011 and his desire to run for POTUS reflect his love for America, a country that has proved lucky for the Austrian Oak. 

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Furthermore, in the snippet, the bodybuilding icon poses for the camera. Additionally, the action hero also wears shades and looks at the camera, reminding fans of his charismatic persona. Patrick wrote in the post,“In his element.” The social media story is an ode to the evergreen style and splendor of the True Lies actor. Good genes combined with years of hard work have elevated the fitness level of Schwarzenegger manifolds. His children are proud of his achievements in different fields. Even at 76, the icon is unstoppable.

In fact, just days after his birthday, the Austrian Oak posted a video of himself and 8-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman working out together. The post was a treat to fans the world over, as the duo share 15 Mr. Olympia titles between them.

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Ronnie Coleman and the Austrian Oak up their fitness game

Schwarzenegger posted a video on Instagram that went viral within minutes. He was working out with the King of Bodybuilding, Ronnie Coleman. The fitness partners shared some light moments while preparing for a workout. The 7x Mr. Olympia said, “Franco is smiling down from heaven, and he is saying, ‘Finally! Arnold found a good replacement for me,” before starting his exercise in Gold’s Gym, California. To this, an upbeat Coleman replied while holding onto the shoulder press machine, “Let’s show Franco how it’s done… Lightweight.”

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Both bodybuilders represent a different generation of bodybuilders, but they show a similar drive for fitness. The duo retired many years ago from the bodybuilding stage but refused to give up on health and wellness. Schwarzenegger left a rich legacy of mainstreaming bodybuilding into popular culture, while Coleman showed the limits of human potential. Have you wished for the Austrian Oak on his birthday? Please post your messages in the comments.

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Pallavi Das

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Pallavi Das is a Bodybuilding writer at EssentiallySports. She holds a Masters's Degree from a premier University in the United Kingdom. Pallavi has over two years of experience as a Communications Associate.
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Sheldon Pereira