Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwayne Johnson are no doubt the muscle lights of Hollywood now. Not only are they among the most iconic figures in the world of bodybuilding, their fabulous physique has inspired millions of fans worldwide. Time may have passed but both Schwarzenegger and Johnson continue to inspire and captivate audiences with their fantastic form.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwayne Johnson
A remarkable throwback video, that happened to be decades old, would literally send shockwaves through the entire fitness and entertainment community.
The shocking revelation would astonish many bodybuilding fans who also tend to take inspiration from the two legends.
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Dwayne Johnson Was Bigger Than Arnold Schwarzenegger Decades Ago
A still from the video
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Counted among the most iconic figures in the world of bodybuilding as well as the film industry, both Arnold Schwarzenegger and Dwayne Johnson have continued to leave fans in awe with their fitness regime and excellent form.
A newly unearthed video, which happens to be over two decades old, features The Rock and the Terminator star greeting each other and fans couldn’t help but notice the ‘size’ of these musclemen.
In an era when the popular belief of Schwarzenegger being the real-life Hercules dominates perceptions, the video clearly shows how a young Dwayne Johnson towers over the legendary actor and bodybuilder.
Before even becoming a household name and the biggest stars of Hollywood, The Rock dressed in a suit, looks bigger than the Hollywood megastar.
While Dwayne Johnson’s meteoric rise to fame tends to overshadow his illustrious bodybuilding career, this new revelation tends to change things, adding a new dimension to his remarkable journey.
However, some fans couldn’t help but point out that the reason Johnson looks bigger might be because of his suit and towering height and that Schwarzenegger doesn’t appear to be in his best size at that time.
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Dwayne Johnson Now And Arnold Schwarzenegger At His Prime
Both Schwarzenegger and Johnson are musclemen of Hollywood
The bodybuilder-turned-actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger is credited with bringing the world of bodybuilding to the mainstream media with his amazing physique and form.
The youngest Mr. Universe in his prime was way bigger than Dwayne Johnson when at the prime of his physique.
Weighing over 235 lbs, his arms were incredibly big at 22″ and chest size at a whopping 57″.
On the other hand, The Rock weighs over 265 lbs with his arms at 20″ and chest at 50″.
While Johnson’s thighs and waist are at 31″ and 35″ respectively, Schwarzenegger’s were 28.5″ and 30″ only.
These measurements clearly prove that the Terminator star was more bulked up.
While Schwarzenegger is regarded as more aesthetic by bodybuilding fans, The Rock’s towering form cannot be dismissed.
If anything, Johnson has carry forwarded and popularized what Schwarzenegger built.