STRENGTH, STARDOM, AND STAYING POWER
LEGENDS WHO THRIVE IN THEIR 80S
When it comes to physical fitness, a person’s attitude often means more than their age.
health through their VCRs. Now 87, she recently launched a virtual reality workout series via Meta Quest’s “Supernatural” online platform. Despite experiencing osteoporosis and other health concerns in her later years, she remains an active and celebrated fitness icon. THE SPACE HERO REGAINS HIS STRENGTH. Whether he’s playing space scoundrel Han Solo in the “Star Wars” series or adventurous archaeologist Indiana Jones, Harrison Ford has earned icon status for his action-packed film roles. However, those moments on the big screen have come at a price for the 83-year-old actor, including sustaining a torn ACL on the set of 1981’s “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and a spinal injury on the set of 1984’s “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.” These days, Ford actively pursues physical therapy and rehabilitation to maintain his physical health, working toward returning to some activities he enjoyed in his younger years. “I’m recovering from various injuries, so I continue to keep myself moving,” he told People in 2023. “I love tennis and riding road bikes over distance. I can’t play tennis anymore because of my injured shoulders, but I’m working on getting back to being able to play.”
Here are three examples of celebrities who have overcome health issues to remain active and fit well into their 80s.
THE STONE ROLLS ON. At 82, The Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger still performs for millions of fans after over 60 years in the music business. Despite a heart condition that resulted in a valve replacement when he was 75, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer maintains an active touring and recording schedule. While many rockers have a reputation for risky personal behavior, Jagger has focused more on health than self-indulgence in recent years, adopting a rigorous routine that includes physical therapy, yoga, sprinting, strength training, meditation, and dance. The hard work has clearly paid off, as The Stones’ 2024 tour grossed more than $200 million in ticket sales. THE WORKOUT QUEEN STILL CONQUERS. Few celebrities have spotlighted the benefits of exercise more than Jane Fonda. In the 1980s, her bestselling “Jane Fonda’s Workout” video was a cultural juggernaut that helped millions of viewers get a tighter grip on their
TAKE A BREAK
Grilled Teriyaki Flank Steak
Inspired by TheShortOrderCook.com
INGREDIENTS Marinade • 2/3 cup red wine •
• • •
1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp ginger powder
1/2 cup soy sauce or tamari
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• • • •
1/3 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup sesame oil 1 tbsp sesame seeds 1 tsp minced garlic
Meat •
1 1/2 lbs flank steak
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients.
2. Place the flank steak in a large, rimmed dish. Pour the marinade over the meat. 3. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for 15 minutes. Flip and let marinate for another 15 minutes. 4. Preheat grill to 400 F. 5. Add the meat to the grill and cook for 3–5 minutes on each side. Leave the grill lid open to avoid overcooking. 6. For a medium-rare steak, remove from grill at 130 F internally, and for medium, remove at 140 F. 7. Let the meat rest on a cutting board for 5–10 minutes. Then, slice against the grain into thin pieces and enjoy!
916-927-1333 3
Made with FlippingBook Ebook Creator