Harrison Ford is best known for playing charismatic rogues in Star Wars and Indiana Jones film franchises. We all remember the rebel Han Solo and adventurous archeologist Indiana John, who are now iconic characters in the cinema world.
This year, the movie star turns eighty but that is no impediment for him to put his hat back on, grab his whip and go back to encounter bad guys in a new Indy adventure. He is incredibly strong at the age of 80.
Today. we decide to p out which habits help him stay strong both physically and mentally. Keep scrolling down and check them out!
Ford, who had campaigned in favor of drinking milk a couple of years ago, recognizes that at a certain age, it is no longer nutritious. On the contrary, it can be harmful to the body, as certain researches show.
“The truth is, sometimes I feel a lot older than Harrison,” the Ally McBeal actress said in an interview. Ford has confessed his secret to a happy, long-lasting marriage: “Don’t talk. Nod your head,” she joked in an interview.
“I just decided I was tired of eating meat, and I know it’s not good for the planet or for me,” he described. He remains on a strict diet based on fish and lots of vegetables, so self-care is a priority. The actor attributes most of his fitness to what he defines as “boring” but healthy meals.
Despite his advanced age, Ford loves to do his own stunts for most of his movies. Although he has a stunt double at his disposal, he prefers to do as much of the work as he can, even when the result is not always perfect. The actor suffered injuries while finishing three Indiana Jones films, and was also injured working on several other iconic movies.
Bicycling is a great aerobic exercise that strengthens legs, and bones and improves breathing. Ford’s really enjoying the benefits of this activity.
He began practicing this sport a long time ago and pictures of his youth in which he is seen shirtless on a tennis court are widespread on the Internet. On some occasions, the Hollywood star has disclosed that this is how he stays in shape at his age. Tennis is truly a sport that needs immense arm strength and endurance, and it’s incredible how Ford still plays with the same passion as when he was young.
The long working days, which can last up to 11 hours, must be added to this routine. Some sources said: “It’s unbelievable. He seems to live a rigorous routine. Wake up, then lunch, a very long bike ride, and he’s on the film set by 6 pm. Then he’s back at the hotel around 5 am. He’s like clockwork. That exercise and work regimen would punish a man half his age. He has a real dedication.”
As for those chores, “I do the things my wife asks me to do,” he stated in 2020. And he’s always doing something constantly: maintenance, working in his carpentry shop, or “talking to the guys who are putting a new roof on.”
This year, the movie star turns eighty but that is no impediment for him to put his hat back on, grab his whip and go back to encounter bad guys in a new Indy adventure. He is incredibly strong at the age of 80.
Today. we decide to p out which habits help him stay strong both physically and mentally. Keep scrolling down and check them out!
#1 He gave up dairy products.
Source: © The Fugitive / Warner bros.
Ford, who had campaigned in favor of drinking milk a couple of years ago, recognizes that at a certain age, it is no longer nutritious. On the contrary, it can be harmful to the body, as certain researches show.
#2 He has a happy marriage.
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“The truth is, sometimes I feel a lot older than Harrison,” the Ally McBeal actress said in an interview. Ford has confessed his secret to a happy, long-lasting marriage: “Don’t talk. Nod your head,” she joked in an interview.
#3 He replaced meat with fish and vegetables.
Source: © Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark / Paramount Pictures
“I just decided I was tired of eating meat, and I know it’s not good for the planet or for me,” he described. He remains on a strict diet based on fish and lots of vegetables, so self-care is a priority. The actor attributes most of his fitness to what he defines as “boring” but healthy meals.
#4 He performs his own stunts.
Source: © The Fugitive / Warner bros.
Despite his advanced age, Ford loves to do his own stunts for most of his movies. Although he has a stunt double at his disposal, he prefers to do as much of the work as he can, even when the result is not always perfect. The actor suffered injuries while finishing three Indiana Jones films, and was also injured working on several other iconic movies.
#5 He loves biking.
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Bicycling is a great aerobic exercise that strengthens legs, and bones and improves breathing. Ford’s really enjoying the benefits of this activity.
#6 He plays tennis.
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He began practicing this sport a long time ago and pictures of his youth in which he is seen shirtless on a tennis court are widespread on the Internet. On some occasions, the Hollywood star has disclosed that this is how he stays in shape at his age. Tennis is truly a sport that needs immense arm strength and endurance, and it’s incredible how Ford still plays with the same passion as when he was young.
#7 He’s very punctual.
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The long working days, which can last up to 11 hours, must be added to this routine. Some sources said: “It’s unbelievable. He seems to live a rigorous routine. Wake up, then lunch, a very long bike ride, and he’s on the film set by 6 pm. Then he’s back at the hotel around 5 am. He’s like clockwork. That exercise and work regimen would punish a man half his age. He has a real dedication.”
#8 He takes care of household chores.
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As for those chores, “I do the things my wife asks me to do,” he stated in 2020. And he’s always doing something constantly: maintenance, working in his carpentry shop, or “talking to the guys who are putting a new roof on.”