A COLEFORD bodybuilder has met his long-time idol Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Austin Williams, who has won the prestigious bodybuilding title of Mr Harrogate in 2012 and 2013, has just returned from a week long trip of a lifetime to compete at the Arnold Sports Festival 2014 at Columbus, Ohio in USA.  

Austin qualified to enter the classic bodybuilding class when he won third place at the British Championships in October 2013.

Austin said meeting Arnie was definitely a highlight of the trip and although he didn't finish in a top place this time he impressed a lot of people with his physique and attitude for bodybuilding. He was pleased to be offered several sponsorships, the chance of filming and entry to further competitions."