“Like a Greek God”: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu, and Frank Zane’s Rare Picture Split Bodybuilding World in Parts

The golden era of bodybuilding remains the personal favorite of the majority of the lifting community. While the era had a perfect mix of size and conditioning, the athletes back then had an intense friendship as well as a rivalry, which made the competition all the more exciting. Recently, a resurfaced image on Facebook has been creating a storm in the fitness and bodybuilding sphere.

The post involves four of the most competitive and hyped bodybuilders of the time. The fans were left open-mouthed as they came across the picture where the bodybuilders looked jacked as they were about to step onto the stage. Let’s take a look at the image and how the fans reacted to this post.

Four inspiring bodybuilding legends in one frame

The golden era of bodybuilding is widely believed to be from the 1950s to the 1970s. The physiques from this era were timeless, classic, and proportionate. A resurfaced image from the Golden Era involving Arnold Schwarzenegger, Franco Columbu, Frank Zane, and Lou Ferrigno made the fans realize the evolution of the sport over the years. With a lot of drugs being used in modern bodybuilding, the size and conditioning of the athletes have changed drastically over the years.

However, in the Facebook post, the athletes looked impressive and seemed to have perfect symmetry. All the athletes in the picture used to train at Gold’s Gym, Venice, also known as ‘The Mecca of Bodybuilding.’ Another beauty of this time was the fact that the bodybuilders back then often used to train together and help each other during the prep leading up to the competition. However, the rivalry on the stage was still unmatched and exciting.

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Upon coming across the post, users could not help but give their honest views on their physiques. While many appreciated their physiques, some chose their sides and commented on their favorite physiques of the four athletes.

Netizens react to the resurfaced image

One of the users commented on the post, pointing out, “If Franco was as tall as Arnold, he would probably beat Arnold. Franco was incredible,” while another user stated, “Bodybuilding is nothing if not subjective, you choose your preference. Of course, the judges did theirs.” Another comment from a viewer read, “I guess perspective is everything considering how much smaller Lou looks than Arnold. Lou was a beast in comparison and much bigger than Arnold was…ever.”

Speculating the reason behind Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbu’s thickness, a comment read, “Arnold and Franco did a lot of heavy basic movements. Squats, Bench, and heavy back work. Made them thick and quality muscle. Probably due to Franco’s powerlifting.” One of Arnold’s fans also stated, “The arms and chest on Arnold makes Arnold look like a Greek god.”

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What are your views on the resurfaced picture? Let us know in the comments.