{"id":273651,"date":"2026-01-08T06:41:11","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T06:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/273651\/"},"modified":"2026-01-08T06:41:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T06:41:11","slug":"neuroscientist-breaks-down-how-90-year-old-grandpa-performs-20-push-ups-every-day-he-is-laughing-and-having-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/273651\/","title":{"rendered":"Neuroscientist breaks down how 90-year-old grandpa performs 20 push-ups every day: \u2018He is laughing and having fun\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Staying active and maintaining strength as we age is a goal many aspire to, but it often feels out of reach for most. In a January 6 Instagram post, Andrew David Huberman, American neuroscientist<\/a>, podcaster, and associate professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, shares a video showcasing a 90-year-old grandpa performing perfect push-ups, offering insights into how consistency, lifestyle, and brain-body coordination keep him so fit at his age. (Also read: <\/strong>AIIMS-trained neurologist says your headache won\u2019t go away if you ignore this simple routine: \u201890% of headache\u2026\u2019<\/strong><\/a> )<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"90-year-old 90-year-old grandfather inspires with daily push-ups and joyful approach to fitness. (Representative image)(Pexels) <\/p>\n

Huberman highlighted that while the physical feat is impressive, there are several other inspiring takeaways from the video:<\/p>\n

1. Family first<\/p>\n

\u201cA lot of people will see fitness content online and start saying \u2018oh, this is all they do,\u2019\u201d Huberman noted. \u201cBut I encourage people to pursue physical health<\/a> in the context of a full, healthy life.\u201d<\/p>\n

2. Daily effort pays off<\/p>\n

Michael Gastelum shared that his grandfather simply \u201cdoes something physical every day,\u201d and even at 90, he remains active and engaged. Huberman<\/a> emphasised, \u201cI don\u2019t know if he spent time in the gym specifically, but he certainly puts in physical effort and has for his entire life. Daily investment pays off.\u201d<\/p>\n

3. Enjoy the process<\/p>\n

\u201cMost importantly,\u201d Huberman added, \u201che is laughing and having fun while pushing. When I was in my teens, the best advice I got about exercise was: learn to enjoy training really hard.\u201d He continued, citing his colleague Dr Alia Crum from Stanford: \u201c\u2018A mindset is a setting for your brain\u2019, so simple but so apt. A hard work-is-fun mindset will make your life so much better.\u201d<\/p>\n

The video serves as a reminder that staying fit isn\u2019t just about physical output, it\u2019s about consistency, family, and joy. As Huberman concluded, \u201cAnytime you\u2019re thinking about making an excuse about physical exercise<\/a> or find yourself resenting hard work, remember this guy pushing out 20 push-ups at 90! Surrounded by family. Joyfully.\u201d<\/p>\n

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.<\/p>\n

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