WWE Legend Ted Arcidi Discusses Health, Joint Surgeries and Career

Former WWE strongman Ted Arcidi, who set a bench‑press world record of over 700 lb and held the World Class Texas Heavyweight Title while sharing the ring with Andre the Giant and other 1980s stars, spoke about his post‑wrestling ventures and recent medical procedures. Arcidi, now owner of fitness‑supplement companies and an emerging filmmaker, said he underwent five joint replacements – both knees, both shoulders and his right hip – in a single operation and has fully recovered through disciplined therapy.

He praised Vince McMahon as a father‑figure and reflected on the evolution of the sport, noting that many patients fail to regain full motion after joint surgery because they skip proper rehabilitation. Arcidi emphasized that his own regimen, which he likens to setting a world record, allowed him to return to heavy training and daily activity.