80s Fitness Stars Then vs Now

Arnold Schwarzenegger - Then

Arnold is considered one of the most influential people in the bodybuilding world. His first competition was the Junior Mr. Europe contest, which he won. His most remarkable win, however, was the Mr. Europe Competition at the age of 19. He wrote a monthly column for the bodybuilding mags, "Muscle & Fitness" and "Flex."  

Arnold Schwarzenegger - Now

When Schwarzenegger put down the free weights and picked up a movie script, he quickly became one of Hollywood's biggest stars. "The Terminator" franchise wouldn't have been the same led by any other actor. As if that wasn't enough, he also ran for governor of California in 2003 and won. His athletic legacy is celebrated every year in the Arnold Classic bodybuilding competition.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.