Jim Arrington, a 93-year-old bodybuilder, is gaining attention after competing in the 2025 IFBB Pro League Masters World Championships. He was the event’s oldest competitor and has been bodybuilding for more than 70 years.

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Who is Jim Arrington?

The 93-year-old made the world record for being the oldest bodybuilder in 2015. Arrington’s diet has changed over the years. In his younger years, milk and beef were staples in his meals, but as he aged, these foods began to cause inflammation.

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In order to continue his training, Jim adapted his diet to focus on healthier options, including olive oil and mushrooms. “I figured if I did that, I could continue training,” Jim explained in a 2023 interview with Men’s Health.

Jim Arrington’s workout routine

At 93, Jim still follows a strict workout regimen three times a week. His sessions last about two hours each and are split into specific body sections.

Mondays focus on legs, Wednesdays on mid-body exercises (including abs, chest, and back), and Fridays are dedicated to shoulders and arms. His workout philosophy is based on adapting to his body’s changing needs as he ages.

Jim shared in an interview with Guinness World Records, “What works for a person at one time in their life isn’t the same at other times in their life,” he told Guinness World Records.

What is Arrington’s motivation to stay fit?

Despite having achieved remarkable success, Jim maintains a humble view of his physique. In a 2023 interview with Guinness World Records, he stated that he has a “very low opinion” of his body’s appearance.

“I see all these fantastic physiques and I knew the only way I could make it is if I outlast everybody, and that’s exactly what I did,” Jim said. This mindset has kept him pushing forward, even in his 90s.

‘Such an inspiration’

Netizens were in awe of the bodybuilder. A user noted, “Such an inspiration! You don’t quit because you get old but you get old when you quit.” Another claimed, “Bro is legend.” “What a true inspiration. This guy is 93 YEARS OLD & out there looking like he’s 20. Age really is just a number,” wrote a user. “He is healthy and happy. If you are making fun of this 93-year-old bodybuilder, you’re a pathetic sad loser,” added a netizen.