Aging gracefully is a top priority for bodybuilding legend Lee Labrada. In a YouTube video from May 22, 2026, Labrada discussed the importance of adjusting a workout or dieting routine to aid health, longevity, and functionality as we age.\u00a0<\/p>\n
During the late 1980s and early 90s, Lee Labrada<\/a> became a household name in the Men\u2019s Open class. While he never claimed the prestigious Mr. Olympia<\/a> title, he came close. Labrada gave former eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney<\/a> a run for his money, along with other notable stars, including Rich Gaspari<\/a> and Samir Bannout<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Labrada stepped away from the sport competitively, but still keeps tabs on the Men\u2019s Open class. His son, Hunter Labrada,<\/a> took the torch and ran with it. He has finished as high as fourth place at the Mr. Olympia contest and remains one of the sport\u2019s most promising contenders.\u00a0<\/p>\n In retirement, Lee Labrada is focused on guiding the next generation of athletes on the rise. He doesn\u2019t just offer advice to the top stars in the Men\u2019s Open; Labrada also shares workout<\/a> and nutrition<\/a> pointers that any gym-goer can apply. Making changes on the fly was critical to Labrada\u2019s success onstage, and now, he\u2019s showing how impactful it can be as we get older.\u00a0<\/p>\n Get Fitter, Faster<\/p>\n Level Up Your Fitness: Join our \ud83d\udcaa strong community in Fitness Volt Newsletter. Get daily inspiration, expert-backed workouts, nutrition tips, the latest in strength sports, and the support you need to reach your goals. Subscribe for free!<\/p>\n Lee Labrada Highlights Biggest Mistake Aging Bodybuilders Make & How to Fix It\u00a0<\/p>\n In the YouTube video, Labrada explained that as we age, tailoring workouts to complement longevity and functionality can help overall health and quality of life:\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cThe thing that you want to strive to do is be the best that you can be at every age. At some point, it becomes as much about health and longevity, and functionality as it is about looking good.<\/p>\n That\u2019s really important and that\u2019s one of those things as bodybuilders, we have to make the adjustment as we get older.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n Lee Labrada hasn\u2019t been the only bodybuilding veteran locked in on longevity. Jay Cutler, a former four-time Mr. Olympia, has also redesigned his training regimen with a heavier focus on longevity<\/a> and mobility for smoother aging.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cJust trying to keep my health the most proactive thing. I always talked about the longevity,\u201d he shared. \u201cThe supplements leading in different directions with more health aspects and longevity, it\u2019s super important for me to live that lifestyle. Besides a perfect diet, the training has to be on point too, and of course, the sleep,\u201d Jay Cutler shared.\u00a0<\/p>\n At 65 years old, few bodybuilders boast the longevity of Lee Labrada. He believes adjusting routines as we age is key to lasting progress.\u00a0<\/p>\n RELATED:\u00a0Bodybuilding Legend Lee Labrada Reveals His 10-Minute Rule That Stops Overeating<\/a><\/p>\n Watch the full video from the Labrada Nutrition YouTube channel below:\u00a0<\/p>\n \n Follow FitnessVolt Also find us on Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, X (Twitter)<\/a>, and YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n Tip: Signed in to Google? Tap Follow for instant updates.<\/p>\n
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