Posted on 12/12/2022 3:24:51 PM PST by nickcarraway
Arnold Schwarzenegger frequently does not fit the preconceived notion of a vegan that non-vegans have. Without a doubt, the former bodybuilder, actor, and governor of California dispels the fallacies surrounding veganism.
Even while many well-known Hollywood vegans appear to partially fit the picture, Arnold Schwarzenegger clearly defies the stereotypes associated with veganism. But the reason he went vegan was that eating a diet high in plants had helped him. It has helped him dramatically decrease his cholesterol during the previous five years.
Arnold Schwarzenegger's veganism is a result of his choice to become more health conscious While fans will most likely remember Arnold Schwarzenegger from his iconic Terminator performance and favorite 1996 holiday film, Jingle All the Way, he has a lot more to offer.
He didn't just stop at the actor-turned-bodybuilder. Even after leaving that post as governor of California in 2003, he has maintained a strong reputation as an environmental crusader.
Arnold claims that he abstains from eating meat because it makes him feel better, and it ought to be a sufficient justification for everyone.
Arnold Schwarzenegger at NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 Arnold Schwarzenegger at NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Toyota/Save Mart 350 In an interview with Bodybuilding, Schwarzenegger revealed he has recently changed his diet and has become more 'health conscious'.
“I stay away more from the meats and more from animal products, and animal proteins, because there was this misconception that that’s the only way you get big and strong, so now I back off that and I feel much better.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger also stated what he eats to stay vegan:
“Now I eat more oatmeal, and greens, and vegetables, and healthy foods.” Many people think Arnold changed his diet after consuming a lot of red meat for many years due to health concerns and on the advice of his physicians.
Others think his transition to veganism was motivated by his involvement with and promotion of the film Game Changers.
But more importantly, if his diet changes did not produce the outcomes he was after, he probably wouldn't be advocating for veganism with the same passion that he does.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and his career Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger, an American and Austrian actor and producer of motion pictures, businessman, former bodybuilder, and politician, was born on July 30, 1947. In 2004 and 2007, Time magazine listed Arnold Schwarzenegger as one of the top 100 global influencers.
At the age of 20, Arnold was given the title of Mr. Universe. He later won the Mr. Olympia competition seven times. Schwarzenegger has continued to be a major figure in the bodybuilding industry
Arnold became a Hollywood action movie legend and a household name because of his leading roles in movies like Conan the Barbarian, The Terminator, Commando, and Predator. During his bodybuilding days, he went by the names Austrian Oak, Styrian Oak, and Arnie during his acting days, and more.
Schwarzenegger was initially chosen as a Republican on October 7, 2003, in a recall election to take the position of then Governor Gray Davis. He served as the governor of California. On November 17, 2003, he took office to complete Davis's term. He won re-election to a second term as governor of California on November 7, 2006, defeating Democrat Phil Angelides, who was serving as the state treasurer at the time. On January 5, 2007, Schwarzenegger took the oath of office for his second term.
Definitely.
People like myself that might be considered “a little to motivated/wound up” need to workout less even.
Too hard, too often can interfere with hormones and inflammation.
It was hard to accept that I should do less, but I now do since it’s beneficial.
I’m closer to 50 than 40, but was working out like I was a 20’s pro athlete.
Time is undefeated...
Men’s Health Print Magazine only $7.00 RIGHT NOW! but usually goes for more. Lots of good workout ideas in there. I got a one year subscription for $5. I will drop it when it runs out.
Yeah, you cannot overdo. This is why elderly Chinese do Tai-Chi instead of jogging. At 70, my goal is 90 minutes walking fast every morning. I met it the last three days.
Good job.
I some Qi-gong and yoga every once in a while.
I do meditation at least once a day. (hyper-minded guy)
I lift 2 or 3 times a week, and do hill sprints when it’s warm-er. (Apr-Nov)
I occasionally swim and do bike intervals as well.(when not sprinting)
I’ll probably do a little less in my mid fifties.
“I’m closer to 50 than 40, but was working out like I was a 20’s pro athlete.”
When younger, you can eat and process thousands of calories each day. Exercise and life and whatever to make use of them. You cannot do the same amount of calorie processing at age 45
I learned that the hard way some years ago.
I did my last “bulk up” training.
I think I put on 2 lbs of muscle and 18 of fat.
It wasn’t fun losing the weight…
Due to knees and shoulders, I cannot run or lift. The super simple Qi-gong is Stand on Stake aka Zhan Zhuang https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Stand+on+Stake
You will be sweating within 12 minutes
Maharishi TM mantras >>>> https://onhighroads.com/transcendental-meditation-mantras/
Thanks for the links. 🙏
I like the TM mantras. I got one officially when I was 22. I went to the local TM center. Paid $20 to get it in a kinda ceremony. I use it at night when I cannot sleep. It usually works. Mine is>>> ienga. It should work for you too.
Back then the mantra ienga was given to all who were 22-23 years old. lolzzz what a system. But the Maharishi lived to age 90, so is legit in my book.
Yes, I agree that its a digestive enhancer and that is why it’s harder to sleep, as mine is rather sluggish normally.
Thank-you again, juicing and ice cube trays sounds great. I’ll check out the link too.
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