Arnie Week: Vintage Arnold Bodybuilding Pictures

Before Arnie became one of, if not the most popular action star in film, he was a professional bodybuilder. Here are some vintage pictures of the Governator. There are plenty more after the jump.

Arnold Schwarzenegger in his prime with a wig-wearin' female friend, circa 1970s.

Arnold with Wilt Chamberlain and Hugh Hefner. A whole lot of aweome.

Arold with Tom Jones -- 1977

1977-- Arnold Schwarzenegger training for a culturisme championship. A five-time Mr Universe and a seven-time Mr Olympia winner.

Bodybuilding legends-- Arnold Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbo

Arnold Schwarzenegger takes the 1975 Mr. Olympia title, with Lou Ferrigno placing third.

Franco Columbo and Arnold Schwarzenegger before facing off-- can you feel the tension?

Arnold photographed by Andy Warhol -- 1977