Arnold Fitness Weekend, is an annual bodybuilding and fitness expo that has been held in Columbus Ohio since 1989. Arnold made his first appearance at the event since being elected governor of California. Click on Image above to see woman finalist in fitness section.

Some 80,000 people and 600 exhibitors are expected at The Arnold, as the weekend gathering is known.

Schwarzenegger's name and contacts help attract the sponsors who provide money for the $150,000 prize pool.

Activities at The Arnold include male and female bodybuilding competitions, weightlifting, arm wrestling, gymnastics, martial arts, cheerleading and dance.