Despite Being a Fitness Icon All His Life, 75-YO Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Unhealthy Habit Unlocks a Fear in Him: “Could Wipe Out Earlier”

From suggesting healthy meals to giving tips for home workout routines, Arnold Schwarzenegger has long been hailed as an ambassador of a healthy lifestyle. Throughout his illustrious career, ‘The Terminator’ has consistently emphasized the importance of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices. However, despite his unwavering commitment to fitness, Schwarzenegger is conscious of getting into trouble because of the one unhealthy habit that he has developed over the years. 

The Austrian Oak is a staunch believer that a healthy lifestyle is the key to a long life. However, he recently opened up about his fear of catching medical problems that arise from his unhealthy habit of smoking cigars.

The one habit that Arnold Schwarzenegger is concerned about

The 7x Mr. Oympia champion recently appeared for an interview and admitted that his cigar-smoking habit could potentially shorten his lifespan. He recognized the inherent health risks associated with smoking and acknowledged the possibility of it being a factor in reducing his overall longevity. “I could wipe out earlier because I smoke cigars,” Schwarzenegger confessed.

However, Arnie revealed that he tries his best to balance the harmful effects of cigars by following a healthier lifestyle. He believes that his dedication to a balanced lifestyle offsets some of the negative effects of smoking. “But then it gets counterbalanced by me eating well and then exercising.”, he added in the interview. 

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The legendary bodybuilder opened up that he is not a fan of artificial ways of delaying the aging process. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Arnold said he never had any cosmetic surgery, and neither gave a try to any such gimmicks. The former governor of California believes that the natural way is the best way to sustain a healthy living standard. The Terminator’s stand on this notion is not just a mere thought, but he adopts such natural regimes to counter the already present health issues in his body. 

Schwarzenegger’s plan to counter health issues 

It is not a secret that the Austrian Oak was born with a cognitive heart defect called aortic stenosis and has had a lifelong battle with health issues like bad cholesterol. However, Arnie has found a way to stay fit as he puts a lot of conscious effort into his eating habits. His diet has never been the same but kept changing according to the demands. From eating 10-15 eggs a day to switching to an 80 percent vegan meal, the legendary bodybuilder has shown that one can fight any health battle if they are aware of their body. 

Schwarzenegger’s admission sheds light on the importance of balance in various aspects of life. While smoking cigars is undoubtedly a harmful habit that can have detrimental effects on one’s health, he believes that his commitment to the right nutrition and regular exercise helps to mitigate the potential damage. His admission of his fear reinforces the importance of self-awareness and personal responsibility when it comes to health.

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