Los Angeles, Jan 2 (NationPress) The talented actress Helen Mirren has revealed the key to her remarkable fitness at the age of 79. This year, she will mark her 80th birthday, and she remains committed to her rigorous exercise routine, which she has maintained since the 1960s, showing no signs of wanting to slow down.
Her exercise regimen is based on a Canadian military workout that incorporates activities such as toe touches, knee raises, jumping, leg lifts, and push-ups, according to reports from Mirror.co.uk.
Despite the rising costs of gym memberships, Dame Helen, who is often lauded for her stunning looks, emphasizes that her workout can be performed anywhere with minimal equipment. This routine, developed in the 1950s by Dr. Bill Orban to enhance the fitness of Canadian air force recruits, has received the endorsement of the Oscar-winning actress, who insists it can be done virtually anywhere.
Helen previously stated in an interview with Mirror.co.uk, 'I'm a strong advocate for the Canadian Air Force women's exercise program, which lasts just 12 minutes. It begins at a very basic level and can become quite challenging if you persist.'
In a conversation with Vogue, she mentioned, 'I've never advanced beyond the second level, but it’s a delightful little exercise program. It’s not extreme, but consistency is key. It’s all about self-control.'
This 10-step routine consists of 30 seconds each of toe touching, knee raises, lateral bending, and arm circling, along with two minutes of sit-ups, one minute of chest and leg raises, one minute of side leg raises, two minutes of kneeling push-ups, one minute of leg lifts, and three minutes of running and hopping.
Even while following this strict military-style fitness plan, Dame Helen confessed in 2021 that she occasionally indulges in her love for fish and chips, stating, 'I'm the first one in line for fish and chips.'
She also advocates for a holistic approach to health by working from the 'inside out,' suggesting that our diet plays a crucial role in our mental health: 'What you consume significantly impacts how you perceive yourself, so that's where you should start.'
