19-year-old boy broke record that Arnold Schwarzenegger had for 57 years

Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is recognized for films such as ‘Terminator’, ‘The Promised Gift’ and ‘Men of Steel’, But he also made his way into the world of politics, since he was the governor of the state of California from 2003 to 2011.

He is one of the most prominent bodybuilding figures, since his story impacted many of the fans of this physical activity and they remember him because he was the youngest bodybuilder in history.

His debut in the Mr. Universe contest in 1969 catapulted him to fame, as he was the winner of the contest. at only 20 years old, which also gave him the title of the youngest person to obtain the professional card. However, his record was beaten by a 19-year-old.

Anton Ratushnyi, the young man who broke Schwarzenegger’s record

After the young Ukrainian Anton Ratushnyi obtained three consecutive titles from the National Bodybuilding Committee (NPC), the largest organization of this physical activity in the United States, He was awarded his professional card at the age of 19.

Which means that he is no longer an amateur in the sport, the news was given to him when he obtained first place in the national division of NPC, which was held in Texas, this gave him the title of the youngest man to obtain the credential, surpassing the 57 years of actor Schwarzenegger’s award.

Anton Ratushnyi celebrated his victory with a moving message on Instagram: “With overcoming many adversities over the past year, I can emphasize how important it is to believe in yourself and be true to yourself no matter what others think of you.”

“I’m so glad I decided to follow my true passion and didn’t let the negativity get to me. I took the risk of preparing myself again and challenging myself mentally, physically and emotionally to not only be successful in bodybuilding, but to grow as a person who would be worthy of inspiring this new generation,” concluded the Ukrainian.

This led the young man to obtain almost 300 thousand followers on the social network; On the other hand, his fans hope that Anton Ratushnyi can break several of the records that Arnold Schwarzenegger obtained during his years as a professional bodybuilder.

As explained by the bodybuilder on his social networkshis process began when he was 14 years oldwhich for many is impressive, since obtaining that figure requires a lot of dedication and effort, which not many achieve in such a short period of time.