“Training for 58 Years”: Bodybuilding Legend Lou Ferrigno Blows Up Sports World With His Ripped Body at 70

In a recent Instagram post shared by Lou Ferrigno, the retired professional bodybuilder shows off the results of his training. Before defending his Mr. Universe title in 1974, Ferrigno added an IFBB Mr. International win to his record. He also made his Mr. Olympia debut in 1974, finishing behind Arnold Schwarzenegger in the overall standings. In the post, the athlete shows what is possible through constant effort and determination.

Ferrigno recently defied age by posting a photo on his Instagram account showing how his torso still resembles a washboard.

Lou Ferrigno is dedicated to keeping fit

Despite retiring more than 20 years ago, Ferrigno is still training like a professional bodybuilder at the age of 70. In a current Facebook Live video, the actor explained that the only way he has been able to achieve great results throughout his career is by working out every day and being consistent with his diet and exercise routines.

The determination to put forth the necessary effort to succeed, according to him, was the most crucial aspect of his training for bodybuilding competitions. Bodybuilding superstar claims on the Insta mail, “I’ve been training for 58 years…”

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Surely, the results of your training are evident. With a ripped body at his age, the retired bodybuilder sets the bar strangely high for contemporary athletes in the sport.

Hulk knows he can still smash

In the 1977-1982 CBS live-action series “The Incredible Hulk” and the 1990 television movie “The Death of the Incredible Hulk,” Ferrigno played the title character. Even at 70 years old, the actor is no less imposing as he flaunts his abs and amazes sports fans. “Proud to be able to maintain my physique by staying dedicated at almost 71 years old,” says the actor.

Having a ripped body at 70 is no easy feat. Netizens confirmed this in the comments with statements like “real life superhero” Y “It’s still the helmet!”

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Let us know what you think of Lou’s recent post. According to IMDB, Ferrigno has a total of 70 acting credits and is now starring in the title role in Salvatore Sclafani’s “The Hermit.”