David Beckham has shared his strategy for maintaining his fitness at 51 years old after more than 20 years as a professional footballer. He prioritizes strength and has modified his training routine since retiring.
In a recent interview, Beckham detailed how his approach has changed: he has reduced cardio and focused on strengthening his upper body, core, and compound exercises. Alongside his trainer Bobby Rich, he trains five to six days a week and combines his routine with paddle tennis, playing three times a week.
During his career, his training was centered around the needs of football, emphasizing leg work and cardiovascular training. However, after retirement, he has reevaluated his preparation to focus on long-term physical preservation. “Most of the strength work I used to do was leg-based,” he said. “These days, the leg strength is already there, and core strength is something I really focus on.”
Beckham also faces health issues related to his career, such as discomfort in his lower back and left hip. Strength exercises are a way to manage these discomforts and maintain mobility. Pull-ups, which he used to avoid, are now a prominent part of his regimen. “It’s a machine I can’t live without, and it’s not complicated… It’s just a bar,” he added.
Physical activity has a shared dimension in his life with Victoria Beckham. They both train together every morning, which they consider crucial for their well-being. Beckham takes charge of selecting the music during their sessions. This couple’s exercise has evolved into a daily ritual.
Regarding diet, where their choices vary, Victoria follows a fish and vegetable diet, avoiding red meat and processed sugars. Beckham, for his part, enjoys green smoothies and a less restrictive breakfast that occasionally includes a British classic with scrambled eggs and bacon. Nutritionist Emanuela Mattiuzzi points out that a more balanced approach could incorporate more vegetables and less processed options in their diet.
Source: www.infobae.com
