Arnold Schwarzenegger prepares his son for a bodybuilding debut

Training photos

Arnold Schwarzenegger is personally training his son, Joseph Baena, ahead of his first bodybuilding competition, passing on his own experience — including competing in the legendary Mr. Olympia tournament.

The preparation is taking place at the iconic Gold’s Gym, where father and son are working intensively on Baena’s physique. The seven-time Mr. Olympia champion closely oversees the training process, paying particular attention to posing technique.

The 28-year-old athlete is preparing to compete at the NPC Natural Colorado in Denver — one of the key entry-level events in bodybuilding. The competition is known for its strict rules: participants undergo not only doping tests but also polygraph checks, ensuring a fair contest.

According to insiders, the preparation is already yielding results: Baena has managed to gain over eight kilograms of muscle mass in just two months. On social media, he has been hinting at his upcoming debut, sharing posts with a «showtime is near» mood.

Joseph Baena, who holds a degree in business administration and works as a fitness model, is increasingly following in his famous father’s footsteps. He is the son of Schwarzenegger and Mildred Baena; the actor also has four children from his marriage to Maria Shriver.

Photo: Instagram @joebaena