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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Joseph Baena opens up on weight loss and fitness journey through the sport he loved
Joseph Baena, the son of Hollywood icon Arnold Schwarzenegger, has come a long way from the teenage boy who once struggled to make school sports teams. At 27, the aspiring actor and fitness enthusiast is proudly reflecting on the sport that first gave him purpose and helped him turn his health around: swimming. In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on July 18, Joseph opened up about how difficult his high school years were when it came to fitness. "People sometimes forget that I used to be chubby in high school," he wrote. 'I got cut from my basketball and soccer team because I couldn't keep up with the other kids. Swim didn't have tryouts thankfully and completely changed my life forever.' That shift into swimming proved to be a major turning point. Without the pressure of tryouts or rejection, Joseph was able to throw himself into the sport and begin building the stamina, discipline, and confidence that would shape the rest of his fitness journey. He called it his 'introduction to fitness and training,' adding that he's tried many intense sports since then, but it was swimming that first helped him find his footing. The post struck a personal chord with many of his followers, especially those who've faced similar struggles with their body or self-worth in their younger years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Joseph's message was simple: 'Everyone starts somewhere,' he wrote. 'But starting is the most important.' Joseph, who is the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Mildred Baena, has never shied away from being open about his journey. In October 2023, he celebrated a huge personal win, competing in his first triathlon. He marked the moment with an emotional post on Instagram, beaming with pride and holding up his medal. 'What a great experience it was to compete with such amazing athletes,' he wrote. 'With my birthday coming up, I wanted to challenge myself in a new way. I feel like I did really well, and I'm proud of myself for going the distance.' He added a thoughtful note that reflects his mindset today: 'I truly believe that if you have muscles, you should be able to use them.' Joseph isn't the only one in the Schwarzenegger family who has taken fitness seriously in recent years. His half-brother, Christopher Schwarzenegger, Arnold's youngest child with Maria Shriver, has been on a journey of his own. At the Beacher Vitality Summit in May, Christopher revealed he lost 30 pounds by giving up bread for Lent. 'I was like, 'Well, if I'm giving up bread, I might as well just take the opportunity,'' he said. 'And I'm a good Catholic boy, so I'm not going to break it.' Together, the Schwarzenegger sons are proof that transformation takes commitment, but more importantly, it starts with the decision to change. Health benefits of swimming Swimming isn't just a fun way to cool off — it's one of the best full-body workouts out there. For starters, it works nearly every muscle in your body without putting pressure on your joints, which makes it perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're doing laps or just splashing around, swimming boosts your heart rate, improves cardiovascular health, and helps build endurance. It's also a fantastic stress reliever. Being in water has a naturally calming effect on the mind. A few laps can melt away a tough day, and the rhythmic breathing can even feel a bit meditative. Plus, swimming helps improve lung capacity and breathing control — which is great not just for sports, but everyday life. Another big win? Swimming burns serious calories. Depending on how hard you go, it can torch anywhere from 400 to 700 calories an hour. And since it's low-impact, it's easier to stick with long-term compared to high-impact workouts. Bonus: it can improve sleep, boost mood, and even help with posture and flexibility. So whether you're swimming for fitness, fun, or peace of mind, just know you're doing your body (and brain) a big favor.
New York Post
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Arnold Schwarzenegger's son Christopher explains his dramatic weight loss transformation — and the 1 food he cut out
Christopher Schwarzenegger looks and feels better than ever. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's youngest son opened up about his weight loss journey for the first time at the Inaugural Beacher Vitality Happy & Healthy Summit in Los Angeles on Saturday. 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger attends The Beacher Vitality Happy and Healthy Summit on May 10. Getty Images for Beacher Vitality Summit 'It was a big process,' Schwarzenegger, 27, said, per People, during the panel that also featured his mom and Kelly Osbourne. 'I started in 2019 when I was living in Australia. I was on this big trip. I made it a big [deal] like, 'Oh, I'm going to go out and do all this stuff, be in Australia,' and I just saw how much my weight was prohibiting me from doing the everyday activities.' 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger with his sister Katherine and their mom in LA in Aug. 2019. GC Images Christopher added: 'I was like, 'I want to go skydiving.' And my friends were like, 'Yeah, no shot.' I was like, 'Yeah, I can't skydive.'' The 27-year-old admitted that he's 'tried everything' to lose weight since high school. 'I was doing meal delivery things in high school, and I remember feeling like a weirdo when I was bringing weird lunches to school,' he recalled. 'It's not an overnight thing, but it took a lot of trial and error.' 8 Dr. Robert Huizenga, Christopher Schwarzenegger, Jeff Beacher and Kelly Osbourne at the Beacher Vitality Happy and Healthy Summit. Getty Images for Beacher Vitality Summit 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger talks to Jeff Beacher about his weight loss. Getty Images for Beacher Vitality Summit 'And even still to this day,' Christopher added, 'when you're saying, 'oh, before and after photos' … I don't feel like I'm an 'after' yet. I don't feel like I'm at the point.' Christopher also revealed that he lost 30 pounds just from removing bread from his diet. 'Weirdly enough, I gave up bread for Lent,' he shared. 'I was like, 'Well, if I'm giving up bread, I might as well just take the opportunity and I'm a good Catholic boy, so I'm not going to break it.' And that was my one rule. I was like, 'I'm not going to break Lent.' And so I lost 30 pounds just through that.' 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver, Katherine Schwarzenegger and Christina Schwarzenegger at the 4th Annual Team Maria Benefit in 2014. Getty Images 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger at Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany in Sept. 2023. Getty Images Christopher shocked fans with his weight loss transformation when he stepped out in LA during Easter weekend last month. He showed off his fit figure in a navy long-sleeve shirt, khaki pants and white sneakers. Christopher also held a Chick-fil-A cup in his hand. 8 Christopher Schwarzenegger shows off his weight loss in April 2025. NORTH-SUNSET / BACKGRID 8 The four Schwarzenegger siblings. Katherine Schwarzenegger/Instagram Christopher was joined by his older brother, 'The White Lotus' star Patrick Schwarzenegger. Patrick's fiancée, Abby Champion, was there as well. The siblings have two sisters, Christina, 33, and Katherine, 35, who is married to Chris Pratt. Arnold, 77, is also dad to son Joseph Baena, 27, whom he welcomed from his affair with Mildred Baena.
