Arnold Schwarzenegger forced to change workout regime at 71 because his 'knees are shot'

The pop culture icon, who served as Governor of California from 2003 to 2011, has become a huge fan of cycling
PUBLISHED NOV 29, 2018

Former bodybuilder-turned-action hero Arnold Schwarzenneger is still dedicated to his exercise regime at 71. However, all those years lifting heavy weights has taken a toll on his body and forced him to make some changes to his workout routine.

In a conversation with Men's Health, The Terminator said: "Squatting and all those kind of like heavy leg exercises, I can’t do anymore. My knees are shot. I have to protect my knees because I want to go skiing."

Arnold Schwarzenegger prepares to start the Run for the Kids charity run as part of the Arnold Sports Festival Australia at at the Alexander Gardens on March 18, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Getty)
Arnold Schwarzenegger prepares to start the Run for the Kids charity run as part of the Arnold Sports Festival Australia at at the Alexander Gardens on March 18, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Getty)
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