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3 min readNew DelhiFeb 23, 2026 05:59 PM IST<\/p>\n

Actor and host Mandira Bedi recently walked her fans and followers through her current fitness routine, sharing that she has no qualms about discussing her age. \u201cI am 53. I have no problem sharing my age. In my 40s, I felt nothing. In my 50s, I feel nothing. I am lifting heavier weights now than I was in my 30s and 40s. I would take off my jacket and show you my muscles. I am lifting heavier than I\u2019ve lifted before,\u201d Bedi told Herbalife podcast.<\/p>\n

The Identity actor also discussed why exercise is essential for everyone. \u201cI think when I say movement is medicine, exercise is medicine, it really has been for me. It\u2019s not just medicine but a supplement. Supplements keep you in check and in good form. Exercise is my supplement. That is the one piece of advice I give everybody. I say, just exercise. Exercise<\/a><\/strong> and you won\u2019t feel any of the other things that people go through\u2026women go through in their 40s and 50s. Exercise is your antidote. Exercise is your preventive. It is your supplement.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Taking a cue from her fitness confessions, we asked an expert why it is important to weight train even in your 50s.<\/p>\n

Mandira Bedi is redefining what fitness looks like in one\u2019s fifties. In fact, she even seems to challenge the idea that ageing automatically leads to physical decline. \u201cHer outlook is clear and confident. Fitness, she believes, is not about age but about consistency and intent,\u201d said consultant dietitian and fitness expert Garima Goyal.<\/p>\n

One of the most striking aspects of Mandira\u2019s routine is her focus on strength training, and her body continues to respond positively.<\/p>\n

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This reflects a powerful shift in mindset where building muscle and strength is seen as essential, not optional, especially as one ages.<\/p>\n

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\u201cFor Mandira, exercise is not a temporary phase or a cosmetic pursuit. It is a daily practice that supports both physical and mental well-being. She often refers to movement as her supplement, emphasising that regular training<\/a><\/strong> does more for long-term health than quick fixes or shortcuts. Her routine highlights how disciplined movement supports energy, resilience, and confidence over time.\u201d<\/p>\n

What makes her message resonate is its simplicity. \u201cMandira does not present fitness as extreme or intimidating. Instead, she reinforces the idea that consistent attendance and prioritising strength can transform how the body ages. Her journey serves as a reminder that vitality in the fifties is not an exception but a result of sustained care and commitment,\u201d said Goyal.<\/p>\n

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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

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