Arnold Schwarzenegger is on a mission to make fitness accessible to all. Despite leaving the bodybuilding stage four decades ago, the fitness icon has made wellness a part of his core persona. Furthermore, through various content forms, the ex-Governor is teaching best practices related to a healthy lifestyle to a society that has adored him ever since he graced the American shores. Through the docudrama Pumping Iron (1977), the Austrian Oak started the trend of people going to the gym. In 2023, he launched his newsletter to simplify the path to robust health. Moreover, his “village” members have embraced his insights, growing to an astounding 431,000 members and counting.

Through Arnold’s Pump Club newsletter, Schwarzenegger broached a vital topic that the current generation struggles with. In this edition, he mentioned a study that researched and analyzed people’s “sleep and dietary habits.” Moreover, he used the term “Hangry” which has become a common word in our daily lives. The combination of hungry and angry describes a situation where an individual craves unhealthy food choices owing to their state of mind. Let’s dig deeper to gain insight into 7x Mr. Olympia‘s words of wisdom.

Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals the real reason behind uncontrollable cravings

Midnight binges and cravings have become an extricable part of our lives. Moreover, food delivery systems have made eating possible every hour of the day. Reaching out to that unhealthy pack of chips or chocolate is not so difficult. However, the Austrian Oak highlights a negative correlation between stress, lack of sleep, and hunger. “Turns out, your brain might be pushing you towards those foods if you don’t get enough rest,” informed Arnie to his daily newsletter subscribers.

Furthermore, to reiterate his stance, the ex-Governor of California referred to research in the National Library of Medicine. It suggests that “when you’re sleep deprived, you’re likely to eat up to 500 calories more than on nights when you get better rest.” Although 500 calories look less for a day, add to seven days- it ends up being a whopping 3500 calories. That is a critical perspective, highlighted by Schwarzenegger. The research also looked at the type of food one consumes when groggy. “It transforms you into a hangry human who craves unhealthy snacks,” explained Schwarzenegger.

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The insightful bodybuilder also suggests some solutions to end this vicious circle. “To short-circuit your uncontrollable hunger, try to prioritize a consistent sleep schedule, make your sleep environment more conducive to rest, and try to relax before sleep, such as reading a book or writing in a journal,” added the FUBAR actor. Ultimately, the bodybuilding icon talks about “will power,” as the biggest driver of healthy dietary habits. Additionally, a few days ago, Conan the Barbarian shared tips on sustainable dieting.

Schwarzenegger shows a simple way to stay fit

Schwarzenegger tries to make netizens’ lives easy by setting them on the path of intuitive eating in his newsletter. Moreover, he suggests people use mirrors to analyze their weight loss or gain rather than calorie counting. “First, I have always done it by feel. I know roughly what to eat because I have done it before. And I can also see in the mirror. If I’ve dialed back how much I am eating a little bit, but I look in the mirror after a couple of weeks and realize I am not getting any leaner. I can turn the dial back even more,” revealed Arnie.

To sum up, the secret behind Schwarzenegger’s health is an efficient approach to dieting that can be practiced regularly. Moreover, it is a frill-free way of leading life. The philanthropist is on a quest to dispel myths about nutrition that lead individuals astray from their pursuance of wellness. The fitness icon is a living personification of the ‘health is wealth’ adage. Will you follow his advice? Let us know in the comments.

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