A Tribute Fit For A King: Arnold Schwarzenegger

Without this pioneer to the sport, who knows what the sport would look like today. Arnold has changed the perception of bodybuilding to those who didn’t understand and viewed the sport in disgust. It was Arnold Schwarzenegger who brought many into this great sport-an idol many may say.

Arnold not only paved the way for the sport of bodybuilding, but he also became a huge part of physical fitness in the United States. Arnold became a huge impact on the Special Olympics Movement, which is how he later met his (then) wife, Maria Shriver.

He was also chosen to be chairman of the Presidents Council on Physical Fitness and also of the Inner City Games, which has changed lives all over the country.

It is only fitting to say that Arnold lived the American dream-coming over to the United States with $20 and knowing very little English. Not only was Arnold Schwarzenegger successful in bodybuilding, but also in acting and politics. He has turned himself into a very wealthy businessman and practices what he preaches by keeping himself in shape even after he stopped competing.

Arnold is an inspiration to many and I think it is safe to say that almost everyone in the industry is grateful for the things he has done since his journey to America. He embraced those he came in contact with and helped them succeed in their quest to follow in his footsteps.

I for one respect him a great deal and am honored to put together this article in his honor. There are those that follow and those that lead. Arnold Schwarzenegger never needed to be led — he created his own destiny.