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The 25-year-old son of legendary bodybuilder?Arnold Schwarzenegger, Joseph Baena, is also a?bodybuilding?enthusiast. While Baena has been working out for a while, he has recently made immense progress. Despite having no plans to compete, the young actor wants to develop his physique to take on physically demanding roles. If his latest Instagram video is any indication, then Joseph Baena is on the right track.

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In the caption of his video, the?Bully High?actor quoted the song Religious Man by Mister Loco.?“I am I am!”?wrote Banea.?“All the hard work and consistency is going to pay off. Keep going! Don?t give up!”?he added while showing off a post-workout pump. The video not only impressed fans but gave some ideas.

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Baena’s Impressive workout and muscular transformation

Arnie’s son takes to Instagram to showcase his regular exercise routine, starting with a display of strength as he curls a pair of 40 lb dumbbells. The next clip captures Baena’s execution of hack squats with a unique twist, utilizing a foam roller positioned behind his back.

The other movements Baena put in his montage are barbell curls, heavy T-bar rows, squats, and shoulder presses. However, Baena did the standard overhead dumbbell press instead of the famous Arnold press, named after his father.?

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The video concludes with Baena proudly displaying his front double biceps and back double biceps poses, showcasing his progress as he confidently goes shirtless. Fans were astounded by Baena’s transformation, with many expressing their conviction that he is prepared to embrace the role of one of Schwarzenegger’s legendary characters.

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Fans in awe of Baena’s transformation draw comparisons to his iconic father

Fans couldn’t help but admire the 25-year-old actor’s transformation and draw comparisons to his father, the seven-time Mr. Olympia. “Look athletic physically fit and natural. Tremendous,”?commented one Instagram user.?“Look at Little Arnie go,”?wrote one fan. Another fan echoed the same sentiment.?“Mini Arnold,”?they wrote.

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However, besides bodybuilding genetics, fans saw even more similarities with Arnold Schwarzenegger.?“Joe’s facial expressions remind me of his father,”?commented one fan after watching Baena smile while posing. Fans with Arnie also thought Baena was ready to take up the mantle of?Conan.?“Conan I?ve been manifesting this gonna happen!!!!!!”?one excited fan commented.?“Conan 3,”?wrote another.

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Nowadays, superhero films rake in hundreds of millions at the box office. Many also consider?Conan the Barbarian (1982),?so who better than his bodybuilder son to take the mantle? Do you think it would be a good idea? Let us know in the comments.

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Sagnik Bagchi is a Senior Writer at EssentiallySports, covering collegiate and Olympic sports through opinion‑driven storytelling. His volleyball reporting often spotlights program shifts and leadership changes, including Harper Murray’s evolving role and John Cook’s candid retirement reflections at Nebraska. With nearly four years in sports media, Sagnik has contributed across key beats, from the Paris 2024 Newsbreak team to behind‑the‑scenes coverage of the NHL Playoffs. An English Literature postgraduate, Sagnik’s versatility spans bodybuilding, US sports, and Olympic disciplines. As a former Senior Bodybuilding Writer, his work earned recognition from IFBB Pro Greg Doucette. His adaptability and consistency have resulted in a place in EssentiallySports’ Journalistic Excellence Program, where selected writers work with industry mentors to refine their reporting and analytical skills.

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