“Combine Speed With Strength”: Arnold Schwarzenegger Addresses Misconceptions of Becoming “Muscle-Bound” From Weightlifting

The term “muscle-bound” has long been associated with lifting weights, sparking fears that one might become immobile and lose the ability to perform other physical activities. However, recently, Arnold Schwarzenegger aimed to debunk this misconception and shed light on the benefits of combining speed with strength.

In a recent episode of Jocko Podcast, the American author confessed to Arnie, recalling the negative press surrounding weightlifting during his childhood. The notion of getting muscle-bound was ingrained in the minds of many, suggesting that excessive weightlifting would hinder one’s overall functionality. Schwarzenegger wasted no time addressing this myth, emphasizing that athletes have proven otherwise.

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According to the seven-time Mr. Olympia, incorporating weight training alongside sports can significantly enhance performance. He pointed out success stories in various sports, from shot put athletes shattering records to football players and wrestlers reaching new heights through strength training.

Drawing examples, Schwarzenegger recalled Bruce Jenner and his mindset to gain muscle with mobility. According to Schwarzenegger reminisces that before Jenner won his Olympic medal he used to work on heavy weights. “He was one of the first athletes that kind of had the sensitivity to understand yes in fact I combine speed with strength that can only be helping me rather than just have speed and no strength so he worked on the strength and he kept working on the speed and I mean he outperformed everybody,” explained Schwarzenegger.

This approach, combining heavy workouts with speed training, made him stand out. Boxers like Evander Holyfield followed suit, defying norms by embracing weightlifting and dominating opponents. Schwarzenegger reflected on heavy lifters like Mike Tyson and Ken Norton, highlighting how they became powerful fighters. The proof is in their success, in dispelling the myth of getting muscle-bound. Blending strength and speed is the key to winning in sports.

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Even before he candidly talked about this misconception in his newsletter, Schwarzenegger discussed fitness flexibility, emphasizing its importance even after surgeries at 76. Contrary to myths, he rejects the idea of being too muscle-bound promoting resistance training for improved mobility and flexibility. Schwarzenegger backs this with research, stating it’s more effective than traditional stretching.

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