{"id":960033,"date":"2026-11-06T03:10:12","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T03:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/960033\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T03:10:12","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T03:10:12","slug":"chow-yun-fats-fitness-secrets-at-71","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/960033\/","title":{"rendered":"Chow Yun Fat\u2019s fitness secrets at 71"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text-primary article-summary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">HONG KONG \u2013 Hong Kong screen legend Chow Yun Fat continues to impress fans with his remarkably fit physique at the age of 71.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">The God Of Gamblers (1989) star was recently spotted at a hair salon, dressed casually in an all-black sports outfit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Despite his understated look, he still drew attention with his lean, muscular build and distinctive head of silver hair.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Many netizens praised his efforts to stay in shape, while others were equally taken by his warm and approachable manner towards the salon staff.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">\u201cHe still looks really fit despite his age,\u201d one user wrote on Chinese social media platform Weibo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Another commented: \u201cFat Gor is still in good shape!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Chow\u2019s enviable physique is hardly surprising given his active lifestyle, which includes regular hiking, jogging and long-distance running.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">He took up jogging about 10 years ago and has since made it a regular habit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Hong Kong news portal Dimsum Daily reported that he has been running 5km every day for nearly eight years, a habit the actor said had significantly improved his posture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Earlier in January, Chow further demonstrated his endurance by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.straitstimes.com\/life\/entertainment\/chow-yun-fat-leads-celebrities-in-their-70s-to-take-part-in-10km-hong-kong-race?ref=inline-article\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" class=\"gap-x-04 items-center inline text-primary-60 select-auto\" aria-label=\"link\" target=\"_blank\" data-testid=\"custom-link\">completing a 10km run<\/a> in 2hr 23sec.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">At the time, he said he hoped to inspire more older people to stay active and take up sports.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Exercise is only one aspect of his approach to wellness, as Chow also pays close attention to his diet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Reports indicate that he avoids oily and spicy food, as well as sweets, heavily salted dishes and processed meats.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">He also steers clear of alcohol and sugary drinks, preferring balanced meals to help maintain muscle mass.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">Beyond exercise and nutrition, Chow also has an interest in traditional wellness practices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">A firm believer in foot reflexology, he regularly practises foot massage after learning the technique from a practitioner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-primary font-tertiary-body-baseline-regular\" data-testid=\"article-paragraph-annotation-test-id\">He has also explored other activities, including stretching exercises and tai chi, as part of his efforts to keep himself both physically and mentally healthy. 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