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Arnold Schwarzenegger, a name synonymous with the world of bodybuilding, is a force to reckon with. Bringing bodybuilding into the mainstream world, the yesteryear legend remains an inspiration. The aspiring bodybuilders hail the Austrian Oak for his famous pose and body aesthetics.

Leaving generations inspired by his favorite poses as a reference, fitness coach Milos Sarcev shares his opinions while pulling one such video from the archives in his official Instagram handle. In such an endeavor, joining him came forward  Lee Haney, Shawn Ray, and others. Going candid, the Arnold fans had some interesting takes to share.

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s pose inspired reactions from bodybuilding legends 

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In the shared clip, the Austrian Oak was spotted striking some of his iconic poses. Looking impressive in his ripped body, the young bodybuilder looked confident and powerful. However, Milos Sarcev is a little baffled, unable to understand why he is alone on the stage posing; he enquired, What was Schwarzenegger doing here exactly?”

 

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Trying to establish his point, he remarks how there is no point in an athlete being alone on the stage. Ticking the funny bones, former professional bodybuilder and author Shawn Ray were also quick to drop his reaction. Reverting back to Sarcev’s post, he writes, Scoring the posing round is about as funny as Milos making a comeback to the Olympia Masters based on Age qualification.”

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Quick to join others in sharing opinions was Lee Haney. Showering praise for the seven-time bodybuilding champion, Lee wrote, Posing BIG from one of the greatest of all times.” In the short clip, Arnold was caught on one of his best shelves. Impressed by him, the packed auditorium erupted in cheers and claps. 

Schwarzenegger’s fans have a point to make

According to Arnold’s fans, he “may not have been the best poser of all time, but he was the smartest poser.” The fans remark how he was aware to hide his weakness and showcase his strength. In the shared clip, one of the users points out he “flex the arms so people may forget about the legs.” 

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While others comment, “Only showing similar angles that primarily highlight his biceps.” Schwarzenegger’s poses have always been iconic, and many bodybuilders still try to emulate them. It is needless to say, “Arnold is the goat and always will be.”

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While many bodybuilding celebrities like to imitate the icon himself, what do you have to say about Arnold Schwarzenegger and his iconic poses? Do you think the bodybuilders of this age stand a chance next to Arnold? Share your thoughts in the comment section.