“The Washington Post” newspaper revealed the health secrets of 93-year-old Irish athlete Richard Morgan. It was noted that he was a participant in a study conducted by researchers studying ways of healthy aging. The choice of Morgan is not random. The age of his heart, muscles and lungs is half of his physiological age.
Publika.az According to the publication, Morgan’s results show that in many ways he is a model of healthy aging. The 93-year-old man, who has an amazing physique thanks to training, is a four-time indoor rowing world champion. However, he said that he started doing sports regularly at the age of 70.
“One day I suddenly realized that it is a great pleasure to do this,” he said in his statement.
Researchers from Ireland’s University of Limerick concluded that Richard Morgan developed his fitness through a simple and relatively abbreviated training program. Exercise won’t turn back the clock, but a good fitness routine can help stave off the negative effects of aging. So what exercise program does Morgan follow to prolong his life?
Mogran explained this with 4 factors.
Sequence
Consistency is key, the champion rower trains for 40 minutes every day. Researchers believe that Morgan’s commitment to her training helped her achieve impressive and lasting results.
Alternative training
Research has shown that Morgan’s training program was also a key factor in his success. He changed the intensity of his training during the week. About 70% of his workouts were easy, 20% hard but tolerable, and 10% maximal effort.
Weight
Research has shown that fitness fanatics who engage in regular resistance exercises such as weightlifting and squatting can improve their mental health by increasing muscle strength. Morgan did this for three courses two or three times a week, repeating each movement until his muscles were too tired.
A diet rich in protein
Morgan, who weighed about 75 kg, had a protein-rich diet, the researchers said. Protein is a vital nutrient, especially for those trying to build muscle, and is said to prevent chronic disease in the elderly.
