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Arnold Schwarzenegger, a man of many talents, is a voice of authority in the fitness industry. His 7 Mr. Olympia titles and the patronage of the Arnold Classic testify to his unwavering commitment to bodybuilding. Even as an action hero and former governor, he made time for exercise. At 76, the Austrian Oak uses various social media platforms to impart his wisdom. 

Earlier, the Greek God of Hollywood underscored the importance of a simple method to stay healthy in his quirky style. The practice helps people reduce the chances of death due to cardiovascular issues. Let’s dive into the story. 

Go for a walk, to keep your heart healthy, says Arnold Schwarzenegger

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In the current social milieu, gym culture has become an inextricable part of lifestyle. However, people can walk their way to good health as well. Taking to Instagram, the superstar spread the benefits of the humble stroll. He posted a throwback video where a cohort of bodybuilders were chasing the Austrian Oak almost naked, just in undershorts. The scene is from a movie called “Stay Hungry” — a 1976 comedy for which the actor won the Golden Globe Best Debut Award. 

 

Arnie wrote in the caption, “Every 500 steps you take is associated with a 7 percent decreased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. And for every 1,000 steps, you experience a 15 percent reduction in all-cause death. Read more at the link in my bio!” The post showing bodybuilders running was a way to motivate internet users. “Me and the boys when Arnold Pump Club says to get moving” was the clarion call from the ex-Mister Universe.

The Austrian Oak further moved the discussion in his Arnold Pump Daily newsletter. He gave the source of the evidence-backed information by referring to the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. Let’s hear more from him in regard to regular walk.

No time to walk? There is a way out

Arnie proposes ways to improve training and further backs his claim through credible research. Acknowledging the fast pace of life people lead, he provides simple solutions to age-old problems.

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To ensure that people enjoy the benefits of walking to improve their cardiovascular health, the aesthetic hero suggests maintaining a calendar. “If getting enough steps is difficult, add 500 steps per day. It can be as simple as setting a calendar reminder and going for a 5 to 10-minute walk,” reiterates Arnie to deal with the woes of his subscribers. He also informs that the benefits increase manifold when steps increase to 8000. 

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Recently, a TikTok influencer shot to fame for her ingenious method of doing exercise. Hope Zuckerbrow started the trend of “cozy cardio” where people work out in their pajamas at home in a soothing environment. It is ideal for those who get intimidated by the gym. Thus, methods may differ, but the goal should include walking in daily life as the bodybuilding guru suggests. Did you get your steps today? Let us know in the comments. 

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