Arnold Schwarzenegger: from machine work to the bench

SportLocation Fitness Desk · 27 Sept 2026

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s gym sequence moves from a seated machine exercise to a bench press with a spotter close at hand.

Arnold Schwarzenegger’s gym session changes gear as it moves from a seated machine exercise to a bench press. The machine work is controlled and self-contained; for the barbell lift, a spotter stands close behind the rack.

That shift is the useful detail in this short sequence. The machine handles guide the movement, while the bench press brings another person into the setup, ready to assist if needed. The footage shows the transition between exercises, not a full account of the workout.