{"id":976044,"date":"2026-05-21T18:25:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T18:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/976044\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T18:25:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T18:25:24","slug":"chiranjeevi-at-70-shows-gym-workout-routine-expert-explains-why-strength-training-is-key-for-ageing-well","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/976044\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiranjeevi at 70 shows gym workout routine: Expert explains why strength training is key for ageing well"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>3 min readNew DelhiMay 21, 2026 01:59 PM IST<\/p>\n<p>Telugu actor Chiranjeevi, 70, recently shared a glimpse of working out in the gym. \u201cEvery day is another opportunity to push beyond limits\u2026\u201d he wrote in a post on X ahead of the megastar\u2019s film Mega 158, which is set to launch with a grand muhurtham ceremony on May 21. In the video, he can be seen doing a mix of controlled resistance and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/fitness\/chunky-panday-muscle-gym-fitness-training-expert-10672115\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">functional movements<\/a><\/strong>, which are particularly beneficial in one\u2019s 60s and 70s.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSuch exercises improve posture, support spinal stability, and strengthen muscles that are essential for daily activities like walking, climbing stairs, and maintaining balance,\u201d said consultant dietitian and fitness expert Garima Goyal.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyloading\" 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>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>\u201cWhen Chiranjeevi shared glimpses of himself working out at the age of 70, it sent a powerful message about ageing, discipline, and the importance of staying physically active even in later decades of life,\u201d noted Goyal.<\/p>\n<p>From a clinical perspective, Goyal asserted that strength and mobility training after 60 becomes less about aesthetics and more about preserving muscle mass, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/fitness\/saina-nehwal-fighter-mom-usha-fitness-uthak-baithak-expert-10675392\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">balance<\/a><\/strong>, joint function, and independence. \u201cAgeing naturally leads to sarcopenia, which is the gradual loss of muscle strength and lean body mass. Regular workouts help slow down this decline significantly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" class=\"lazyloading wp-image-10699012 size-full\" data-lazy-type=\"lazyloading-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fitness_1600_freepik_517c8d.jpg\" alt=\"fitness\"  \/> What does fitness mean for you? (Photo: Freepik)<\/p>\n<p>Another major benefit of exercising at 70 is its impact on brain and heart health. \u201cRegular physical activity improves blood circulation, supports cognitive function, and reduces the risk of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/fitness\/sunaina-roshan-before-after-transformation-srength-stamina-fitness-expert-10688785\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">cardiovascular disorders<\/a><\/strong>,\u201d said Goyal.<\/p>\n<p>What makes workouts at this age especially productive is the focus on consistency and recovery rather than intensity. \u201cThe body\u2019s recovery capacity changes with age, which is why structured exercise, adequate protein intake, hydration, sleep, and mobility work become equally important.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Every day is another opportunity to push beyond limits\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Charged up and excited for another memorable journey with my dear <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/dirbobby?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow, noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@dirbobby<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Mega158?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#Mega158<\/a> \ud83e\udd17<\/p>\n<p>Opening Ceremony on May 21st \u2728<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/ChiruBobby2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#ChiruBobby2<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KvnProductions?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow, noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@KvnProductions<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tTuu8YyA9d\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow, noopener\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/tTuu8YyA9d<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/KChiruTweets\/status\/2055978864728543678?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"\" rel=\"nofollow, noopener\" target=\"_blank\">May 17, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>There is also a strong psychological aspect to staying active later in life. Goyal noted that exercise improves mood, reduces stress, and creates a sense of routine and confidence, all of which contribute to healthier ageing.<\/p>\n<p>Story continues below this ad<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat Chiranjeevi\u2019s routine truly reflects is a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/lifestyle\/fitness\/8500-daily-steps-not-10000-prevent-weight-regain-dieting-new-obesity-research-expert-10683369\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">mindset<\/a><\/strong>. Fitness is not something you retire from. It is something that helps you age more strongly. Growing older is inevitable, but growing weaker is not always necessary,\u201d shared Goyal.<\/p>\n<p>DISCLAIMER:\u00a0This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. 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