Age is just a number!

Lately I have been receiving a lot of compliments like ‘hot’ and ‘sexy’ from girls to a point that it embarrasses me! At 55, it feels a little strange to be addressed like that, but come to think of it haven’t superstars like Arnold Schwazzeneger, Sylvester Stallone or Jackie Chan proved that age is just a number?

Being fit in your 50s is no mean task! It’s a lot of hard work and dedication. I personally believe that if you desire to look a certain way, you must work towards it. Till now, there was a perception that you cannot sport muscles or toned abs post 50. But that’s a thing of the past now. Age cannot and should not be an excuse to ignore health and fitness. Regular exercising and workouts is a must but more importantly having a positive mindset is the key. When you work out and train with weight it tightens your muscles and skin. This gives you a far more radiant and defined body.

The kind of strenuous lives we all live, health always takes a backseat. Everyone wants to look good and feel great but they lack the willpower to achieve it. For me personally, working out and eating right has been more of a routine than a task. At my age, it is difficult but it is not impossible. Being well-groomed is also important. Most men don’t care how they dress up and turn up at events. But dressing sharp makes us look sharp and works wonders towards how we present ourselves. Ill-fitted clothes and dressing sloppily only adds more numbers to your age.

However, the most important aspect to being and feeling fit is to enjoy your downtime and do things that keep you happy and active. Farming, swimming, playing sports, travelling, no matter where your interests lie, indulging in some ‘me-time’ is a must. Then it can be something as simple as spending quality time with friends and family. These things help you relax and take your stress away which goes a long way in ensuring a healthy life. 

So, to all the naysayers who feel they cannot do it, it’s time to quit being lazy and working towards your goal. 

Suniel Shetty is a mentor and host in the reality series India’s Asli Champion…Hai Dum that airs every Sat-Sun at 9:00 pm on &TV.