Mr. Tim said, before being a fitness coach, he was an insurance seller.
“After my wife died of end -stage breast cancer, I was shocked and depressed.To overcome the shock, I started training to release negative energy and stabilize my emotions, ”Mr. Tim said.
After that, Mr. Tim was passionate about bodybuilding and did not want to return to the insurance seller anymore.At the age of 65, Mr. Tim decided to quit his job and started studying to get a coach certificate at the National Academy of Sports Medicine, USA.
At 76 years old, Mr. Tim applied to work as a coach at some gyms in Austin, Texas, USA."I filed a fragile hope because I knew my age was high," he said.
Fortunately, the Gold's Gym gym in Austin has accepted Mr. Tim as a coach.Mr. Tim officially became a bodybuilding coach in 76 years old.Up to now, at the age of 82, he continued his work, even he was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest bodybuilding coach in the world.
Mr. Tim's story inspired people over 60 years old, helping them to have more motivation to perform good habits to enhance health and prolong life.
Mr. Tim is also a coach of the classes to train strength and increase the ability to exercise for people over 60 years old.Mr. Tim shared: "I want to help people, including the elderly."
Mr. Tim was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest bodybuilding coach in the world.(Photo: Guinness World Records)
At the age of 82, Mr. Tim still owns a toned and very healthy body.Mr. Tim can even raise the weight of 90kg.In order to maintain his health, Mr. Tim also maintained a very respectable diet and exercise.
1. Diet
Mr. Tim has a very healthy diet.“With the experience of being a coach, I understand the importance of a reasonable diet.Nutrition affects the body's metabolism, ”he said.
According to Tim, when age increases, the organs in the body begin to aging, at this time we need to apply a strict diet to reduce the burden on the organs in the body.
Mr. Tim often consumes fresh foods because they contain more nutrients.His meals always ensure adequate amount of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats.The daily meal of Mr. Tim includes a protein food such as steak or salmon, a food that contains fiber, vitamins and minerals such as beans, asparagus or grilled potatoes.
In addition, Mr. Tim also limits the consumption of processed food and sugar.He shared: “The road is present everywhere, in many foods.I always try to limit the consumption of sugar by reading the ingredients of the packaging foods. ”
Mr. Tim's story inspired many elderly people, helping them to have more motivation to perform good habits to enhance health and prolong life.(Photo: Men's Health)
2. Training mode
Mr. Tim maintained about 4-5 days/week, each time lasting 90 minutes.Mr. Tim focused on cardio exercises that help exercise heart health and weightlifting to enhance muscles and strength for the body.
Usually, a heart's training session will take place as follows:
- Start: 20 minutes
Usually Mr. Tim will perform 5 or 6 movements to boot and heat the person before training.The start -up exercises that Mr. Tim often applies are: vertical pressing, muscle relaxation, muscle relaxation with resistant wires, tiptoe on the spot, plank combined with push -ups.
- Practice with rowing machine: 10 minutes
Mr. Tim will start the training session with low intensity exercises on a rowing machine.Mr. Tim said this exercise affects the upper body and leg muscles, helping to improve posture and improve cardiovascular health.
- Practice exercises to enhance strength: 40-60 minutes
Mr. Tim often practices exercises to exercise the front thigh muscles, practicing squats with a specialized bodybuilding machine combined with weight lifting and swinging over this period.
Mr. Tim said that regular training helps him improve his physical and mental health.At the same time, the training also helps him prevent many diseases.
Doctor of Medical Mark Lachs, Head of Old Geriatric and Medicine Department at the New York Presbyterian health care system in the US said: “Exercise, even simple exercises can bring it backSignificant benefits for the body, especially when age increases.There are no drugs or treatments that can benefit health and longevity as physical activities. ”
Mr. Tim maintained about 4-5 days/week, each time lasting 90 minutes.(Photo: Men's Health)
In addition to diet and exercise, Mr. Tim does not smoke and use alcohol.He also has a moderation schedule.Mr. Tim always tried to go to bed before 10:30 and woke up at 6:00 or 6:30 am.All of these habits contribute to helping him improve his health status, thereby contributing to extending life.