What is the source of youth? It seems to be hiding in a very special breakfast, as demonstrated by a 75-year-old Chinese bodybuilder who looks 50.
How many years would you give this man? Maybe you’ve heard of this 75-year-old Chinese bodybuilder who looks 50. His name is Xinmin Yang and he’s been training every day since 1984 – he manages to squat 170kg, that’s impressive! But to achieve this, he has a well-kept secret.
What is striking is the way in which Xinmin Yang recounts his natural journey and his daily commitment – as he himself says in a video, Rome was not built in a day. Yang lives in Sanya, on the southern island of Hainan, he was one of the first professional bodybuilders in his country. At 75, he still does gymnastics every day and offers private lessons. He has no intention of retiring and wants to continue training until he is 80. Xinmin Yang’s secret? A breakfast of champions!
To allow his muscles to support him and achieve his goals, diet plays a crucial role. Indeed, he pays particular attention to what he ingests and indicates how he does his shopping at the market, among vegetables and fish. A healthy and balanced diet allows him to continue his sporting career, even at 75 years old. According to his medical examinations, he maintains normal blood pressure, average lipids and bone density equivalent to that of a thirty-year-old. The septuagenarian credits his diet for his health and youthful appearance.
Specifically, the secret of youth that Xinmin Yang attributes to his diet is in his champion breakfast. Indeed, it often consists of six eggs, tomatoes and cucumbers. Sometimes, but more rarely, he opts for oatmeal and chicken breast. Perseverance and discipline define his diet, as he has been following this diet for over 10 years.
Add to that regular sports training and maybe we will reach the Holy Grail?
