Imagine waking up with lower back pain in your 30s and getting ready to go watch the latest installment of Mission: Impossible, where Tom Cruise — yet again — is going to take our breath away with almost impossible stunts!
But here’s the enduring enigma: How does Cruise, even in his 60s, continue to defy age — not just by making blockbuster films, but by performing his own high-risk stunts?
What’s his secret?
Turns out the secret sauce is nothing but a disciplined, high-intensity fitness routine that blends strength training, cardio, breathing techniques, and adventure sports. This regimen doesn’t just maintain his physique — it also keeps him “stunt-ready” on set, allowing him to climb planes, dive underwater, and jump out of aircraft, even into his sixth decade of life.
Let’s unpack the well-rounded fitness routine of one of Hollywood’s most physically resilient action stars, which combines strength training, adventure sports, and mindful recovery.