Move like Jagger at 80: the fitness secrets behind his stamina

Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger maintains a rigorous fitness regimen at age 80, combining kickboxing, running, and ballet. Medical experts attribute his sustained stamina to a combination of consistent lifestyle habits and genetic factors.
Why it matters
Jagger's longevity challenges conventional perceptions of aging and physical performance in the entertainment industry.
For decades, Mick Jagger has raced across stages around the world with explosive energy, commanding charisma and the signature dance moves that became part of his legend. While many of his contemporaries have slowed down or retired entirely, the Rolling Stones frontman continues to perform for hours before tens of thousands of fans, displaying a level of fitness more commonly associated with much younger stars. His stamina has impressed not only music fans but also medical experts, who have tried to understand how he has maintained such physical vitality for so long. Even after turning 80, Jagger reportedly follows an intensive fitness routine that would exhaust many people several decades younger. He trains six days a week and combines kickboxing, running, yoga and classical ballet. But can the human body really withstand that level of exertion in its ninth decade? Rare genetics or hard work?
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