Arnold Schwarzenegger may have retired from the bodybuilding stage, but his legacy remains the town’s talk. The seven times Mr. Olympia champion boasted a 57-inch chest during his prime. A feat that was rarely achieved. He did not just become one of the highest-grossing Hollywood celebrities, but also earned fame because of his exceptional physique.

He was not just hardworking but also innovative in his approach. Apart from following a strict diet, the Mr. Universe winner also emphasizes on how crucial his workouts have been. Be it bench press, power lift, or weight training, his exercise routine was quite extensive. But there’s one particular exercise that he gives extra credit for his chest.

Arnold gives away his secret to his enormous chest

As the 2022 season for Mr. Olympia is fast approaching, fans are taking more interest in bodybuilding. They are not just curious to know what their favorite bodybuilders are doing, but are also eager about their bodybuilding secrets. One such bodybuilding legend who always remains in the headlines is none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Diving into details about his enormous chest size, Arnold once said, “one of the prime movements that made that sort of dimension possible was the dumbbell pullover.” Though, he acknowledges that some disagree with his claim. But he quotes that he “firmly believes that doing pullovers for a number of years increased the size of my rib cage and kicked me toward that 57″ mark.”

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Sharing a piece of advice, Arnold also added that one benefits more if they start to train young. According to him, the exercise is then more effective. 

Arnold Schwarzenegger and his bodybuilding legacy

Arnold migrated from Austria to America with nothing but dreams. He always wanted to pursue professional bodybuilding. From his teenage days, he was pretty fascinated by the sport, and even though people surrounding him had no clue about what he was doing, he kept believing in himself.

In 1967, he won the Mr. Universe title for the first time; after that, he moved to California and started to train for Mr. Olympia. He left no stone unturned for it and eventually won it six consecutive times (1970 to 1975). He then took a five-year break to concentrate on his acting career. He returned to the stage in 1980 and claimed his seventh and last Mr. Olympia title.

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Even though Arnold has retired, his passion for the sport remains the same. He not just advocates bodybuilding but also hits the gym to keep himself fit. He is undeniably an inspiration to be followed.