Fitness became my passion at a very young age. I was introduced to the world of yoga and gymnastics by a retired military general when I was 7.
He is the most disciplined man I have ever met. He is 99 and he still follows his fitness regime.
His extreme consistency and discipline motivated me to stay fit and healthy.
If a 99-year-old can crush the fitness game then so can you. Here are his top four fitness habits.
1. The best way to start your mornings
Mornings are incomplete without a workout for him. He used to take me and my friends to the park every morning during summer vacations.
That is how my love for fitness began. I learned to start my day with a little dose of nature and physical activity.
I still follow this habit. I start my day with a micro-workout. On busy mornings I do a quick five-minute workout before showering.
This habit makes my mornings brighter and more energetic. It helps me start my day on a healthy note.
Here’s how to do it:-
- Select the easiest exercise that you like.
- Do it every morning just for five minutes.
- Then gradually start a micro morning workout.
2. A better diet is just a soak away
Most Jains follow a vegetarian diet. So, protein is always an issue. He solved the protein problem in his true-to-form simplistic solution.
He soaks nuts, chickpea, and soybeans overnight and eats them in the morning after his workout.
This simple plant-based protein will level up your diet without any extra hassle.
Here’s how to do it:-
- Soak walnuts, almonds, chickpeas, and soybeans overnight in an airtight container.
- Use them the next day as a dressing for salads.
- Or add them to a smoothie.
- Eat them raw if you are in a hurry.
3. Find your tribe
The best habit that played a role in his longevity is connecting with people who share his passion.
He got me and my friends on the path of fitness. He Is a member of an ex-army men group.
He has helped thousands of people lose weight and get healthier. His consistent support to the community motivated people to take better care of themselves.
Being in touch with people who share your passions will lead to better mental health.
His life revolved around health, so he dedicated his life to spreading the message of exercise and fitness.
Here’s how to do it:-
- Explore your passions.
- Make friends who share your passions.
- Motivate people with your actions and creativity.
4. A quirky twist to better mindfulness
Mental health was the biggest reason for his fitness passion. A military job can wreck your mental peace but he discovered his solace in exercise.
He believed in better mental health through actions. Consistency and habits are his two favorite words.
He helped me build mental resilience through my actions. He taught me the power of commitment to oneself.
One habit that he followed daily for better mental health was walking meditation.
He walked three kilometers daily. On his walks, he practiced mindfulness and meditation.
Walking meditation is an easier and more active form of meditation.
Here’s how to do it:-
- Pick a walking course.
- Start with slow pace walking.
- Focus on your breathing.
- Do not fixate on any thought.
- Keep walking while practicing mindfulness.
Conclusion
You don’t need to decode healthy habits, you already know what’s right for you.
You just need support and motivation to match the commitment with positive actions.
If you are able to make the change and convince your mind that you can do the hard task then healthy life will become easier for you.
- Do a five-minute morning workout.
- Swap your cravings with nutritious snacks.
- Do a service to your community through your passion.
- Schedule some time for mental health.
So, learn from his example and preach with your actions.