?Not Going to Take Off My T-Shirt?: The Unmatched Physique That Made Arnold Schwarzenegger a Global Household Name, Breaks His Heart at 75

As the years pass, even the most remarkable figures must face the reality that age eventually catches up to everyone, including the legendary Arnold Schwarzenegger. ‘Austrian Oak’, the epitome of strength, dedication, and unparalleled success in the world of bodybuilding, is now confronting the inevitable effects of time.

The signs of Schwarzenegger’s aging have become increasingly apparent in recent years. His once-imposing figure has softened, and the remarkable physicality that defined him has begun to wane. In his newly released documentary series on Netflix, Arnold Schwarzenegger admits and reveals how old age is treating him.?

Schwarzenegger opens up about his aging

The passage of time is a relentless force that eventually catches up with even the mightiest individuals. At 75 years old, Schwarzenegger is not immune to the natural effects of aging. The once-invincible bodybuilder now experiences the changes that come with the passing years. He revealed in the third episode of his limited series about the changes and how it impacted him initially. He stated, “You just look at your body and all of a sudden you see a wrinkle below your pectoral muscle. You look at that and lift up your arm and say, “What? I wonder if this can be surgically removed?”

Schwarzenegger disclosed that even though he has moved on now, initially this used to affect him a lot. Being the best bodybuilder in the world at one point, it is understandable that depleting muscles and wrinkled skin must have been heartbreaking for him. “I’m not going to take off my T-shirt because my abs are not quite anymore what they were,”?said Schwarzenegger.?

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Over the years, though, ‘The Terminator’ has managed to accept it.?“Now, I don’t even look at it anymore that way. Now I’m just fighting to hold on,”?he admitted. However, what might come as an even bigger surprise to most fans is the fact that even when he was winning continuous titles and being hailed as the best bodybuilder in the world, he was not very confident about his physique.?

Schwarzenegger’s struggle with body dysmorphia

In a clip from his series that was posted on an Instagram page, Arnold disclosed that he was never satisfied with the way he looked despite winning numerous titles.??I never really was satisfied with my body. I looked in the mirror and said to myself, ?I don?t know how this sh*t body can ever win this competition,??he stated.

Schwarzenegger revealed that he flaunted his physique and portrayed confidence backstage just to get in the head of his rivals. But in reality, he always saw flaws in his physique and this is the only reason he managed to improve his physique. “I think it?s the very thing that made me always be on the edge and always want more,??Arnold pointed out.?

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As Schwarzenegger navigates the uncharted territories of older age, he has embraced his new phase of life with grace and wisdom. Recognizing that physical limitations are an inherent part of the aging process, he has shifted his focus to new endeavors. Whether it be through mentorship, motivational speaking, or sharing his life experiences, he continues to inspire and empower others.