Arnold Schwarzenegger offered advice on how to improve heart health.
Arnold Schwarzenegger remains one of the biggest figures in the fitness industry. This has allowed him to build a successful social media presence and newsletter in retirement. During a recent edition of Arnold’s Pump Club, the bodybuilding legend shared dietary advice and swaps that will improve heart health.
Schwarzenegger built a career that has him known as the greatest bodybuilder of all-time. After coming over from Austria, Schwarzenegger caught eyes because of his insane physique and turned it into a legendary career on stage. On his way to seven Olympia titles, Arnold did great things for the sport of bodybuilding as a whole. He continues to be an influential figure in the sport.
“You don’t need to completely reinvent your diet to become healthier. Instead, a few simple swaps could be all it takes to protect your heart from disease.”
The 76-year-old bodybuilder continues to train in the gym. He has changed his diet and nutrition plan, which he has been open about. Schwarzenegger claims to be following a diet that is 80% vegan.
Schwarzenegger has been through heart operations before and has had to adjust his diet plan. Recently, he shared some tips on how to do just that.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Dietary Swaps
Arnold Schwarzenegger broke down some minor changes that can be made within your diet to improve heart health and it began with more grains. Schwarzenegger referenced BMC Medicine when making his points.
“A new study suggests that eating more nuts, whole grains, and legumes could reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.”
Schwarzenegger claims that the research stated that replacing one serving of processed meat with whole grains or nuts could reduce the risk of heart disease by 36%. Processed meats includes hot dogs or deli meats.
“The research did not say you could never eat processed or red meat. Instead, it’s about limiting those foods, eating more foods loaded with fiber, and managing the total amount of saturated fat you consume.”
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Arnold Schwarzenegger has made the necessary changes in his diet plan and now wants to share his wisdom with others. The key is to make small changes at first so you want to continue.
“If you want to take the stress out of dieting and see long-term success, start by making small, sustainable changes. Trying to change everything at once — or removing everything you love — tends to be a short-term fix that leads to long-term frustration.”
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