{"id":138432,"date":"2025-05-28T10:51:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T10:51:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/138432\/"},"modified":"2025-05-28T10:51:11","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T10:51:11","slug":"awesome-guddu-uncle-what-75-year-old-rakesh-roshans-viral-workout-video-tells-us-about-ageing-and-exercise-fitness-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/138432\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Awesome, Guddu uncle\u2019: What 75-year-old Rakesh Roshan\u2019s viral workout video tells us about ageing and exercise | Fitness News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>At 75, filmmaker <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/rakesh-roshan-hrithik-stammering-overcame-support-speech-impediment-9908894\/\" class=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rakesh Roshan<\/a><\/strong> is redefining what ageing can look like. On Monday, he shared a powerful workout video on social media, showing himself lifting weights, boxing, and doing lunges with ease and confidence. His caption struck a motivating note: \u201cIt\u2019s not about being healthy \u2014 it\u2019s about feeling your best every day.\u201d The video quickly went viral, with fans applauding his energy and dedication.<\/p>\n<p>Among those cheering him on were his son, actor <a rel=\"noamphtml noopener\" class=\"keywordtourl\" href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/about\/hrithik-roshan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hrithik Roshan<\/a>, who commented, \u201cUff damn! Too good, Papa!\u201d Actor Suniel Shetty also responded with encouragement, while action choreographer Sham Kaushal and filmmaker Goldie Behl dropped appreciative notes. Kaushal commented, \u201cKaya baat. So inspiring. Rakeshji,\u201d while Behl wrote, \u201cAwesome, Guddu uncle.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"lazyloading\" decoding=\"async\" data-lazy-type=\"lazyloading-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/track_1x1.jpg\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/track_1x1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" style=\"display:none;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Roshan, who was diagnosed with throat <a rel=\"noamphtml noopener\" class=\"keywordtourl\" href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/about\/cancer\/\" target=\"_blank\">cancer<\/a> in December 2018, has spoken in the past about his health transformation and fitness journey post-recovery. His latest clip stands as a reminder that movement, strength, and motivation don\u2019t have to fade with age.<\/p>\n<p>Story continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p><b>But, how realistic and beneficial is intense physical training for people in their 70s, especially those recovering from severe health conditions like cancer?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Dr Vajalla Shravani, MPT, fitness and pilates expert at Tone30 Pilates, tells <a rel=\"noamphtml noopener\" class=\"keywordtourl\" href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\" target=\"_blank\">indianexpress.com<\/a>, \u201cIntense physical training at 70 is certainly realistic, but it must be individualised. Rakesh Roshan\u2019s video is a great example of what\u2019s possible with consistent training, medical clearance, and professional supervision. For older adults recovering from serious <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/health\/india-tsunami-chronic-diseases-like-cancer-us-based-oncologist-8389903\/\" class=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">health conditions like cancer<\/a><\/strong>, the goal isn\u2019t just intensity. It is about sustainability, safety, and smart progression.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF;border: 0;border-radius: 3px;margin: 1px;max-width: 540px;min-width: 326px;padding: 0;width: calc(100% - 2px)\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DKGjEDJsu9v\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Structured strength training can greatly benefit post-cancer rehabilitation. She notes, \u201cStudies show that resistance training helps rebuild muscle mass lost during treatment, improves immune response, and combats fatigue. However, intensity should never be a benchmark; personalisation is key.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>Precautions older adults should take before engaging in high-intensity workouts\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Dr Shravani says there are three golden rules for older adults considering high-intensity workouts: clearance, customisation, and consistency.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"subscriber_hide\" href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/subscribe\/upsc-special\/?utm_source=IESITE&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Inarticle\" title=\"Festive offer\" data-ie-event-category=\"Event_banner\" data-ie-event-action=\"Article\" data-ie-event-label=\"Desktop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img class=\"lazyloading\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\" data-lazy-type=\"lazyloading-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/article_banner.jpg\" alt=\"Festive offer\" width=\"640px\" height=\"99px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>First, they should undergo a complete health screening to assess heart function, bone density, joint health, and medication interactions. Clearance from both a physician and a qualified physiotherapist or exercise physiologist is crucial, especially for those with a history of illness.<\/p>\n<p>Second, workouts must be tailored. This includes choosing low-impact variations, adjusting volume and intensity, and focusing on form over force. For instance, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/fitness\/farhan-akhtar-speed-bag-training-boxing-toofan-6127323\/\" class=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boxing can be incredibly beneficial<\/a><\/strong> for coordination and reflexes, but it should be non-contact and technique-focused.<\/p>\n<p>Story continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>Finally, warm-ups and cooldowns become even more critical with age. Recovery time tends to be longer, so older adults should prioritize mobility work, flexibility training, and adequate rest between sessions.<\/p>\n<p>DISCLAIMER:\u00a0This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"At 75, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan is redefining what ageing can look like. 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