Bargainist Gift Guide: Schwarzenegger

Austrian-born bodybuilder-turned-politician Arnold Schwarzenegger is making headlines once again. This time it’s coinciding with the release of his tell-all autobiography “Total Recall.” Even though media outlets report the book sufficiently burns his family, these gifts are great for those who still love Arnold.

The Schwarzenegger DVD Collection Before he was a politician, Schwarzenegger was best known for big screen blockbusters. Add three of the best to your DVD collection for just $9.96 at Walmart.com. True Lies, Predator, and Commando will give you a major dose of macho.

Arnold’s Bodybuilding for Men
Although it’s been nearly 30 years since this literary treasure hit shelves, “Arnold’s Bodybuilding for Men” is still relevant for those who want to shed every ounce of “girlie man” from their bodies. Arnold’s program features stretching, warm-up and warm-down routines as well as valuable advice on equipment, nutrition and diet. The book is $13.50 at Amazon.com, but may very well prove to be priceless for your physique.

Framed Arnold Schwarzenegger Photo
You may not be a close personal friend of the Terminator, but you can make it look like you are with this framed photograph. It’s an unsigned 8x10 selling for $49.99 at Walmart.com.

Arnold Schwarzenegger Cross Stitch Pattern
Download and print the cross stitch pattern of seven famous characters played by Schwarzenegger including Conan from Conan the Barbarian, John Matrix from Commando and Julius Benedict from Twins. This unique gift is only $6 from Etsy shop Pixel Power Design.

Arnold Bodybuilding T-Shirt
An image ripped straight from the pages of a 1980s bodybuilding magazine is honored through a clever t-shirt design at 80stees.com. The $35 shirt features a flexing Arnold from his Mr. Universe days. And let’s face it-- that was really his prime.

By Alison Storm

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