I’m a bodybuilder at 60 and I’ve run marathons too, the secret is just to start, you don’t need to be amazing at sport
A 60-YEAR-OLD woman has encouraged others to join her on her fitness journey.
The bodybuilder revealed that she has done everything from working as a personal trainer to running marathons to stay in shape.
Instagram user Jacqueline Hooton (@hergardengym) shared that she went from following Jane Fonda workouts in the ’90s to lifting weights in recent years.
The U.K.-based influencer regularly uses her platform to promote fitness for all ages.
“I’m here to challenge the negative narrative on age and promote the benefits of physical activity to support healthier aging,” Jacqueline wrote in a post.
After having her son, she realized that she wanted to work on her physical health.
“I’m not the fastest, strongest, or most flexible 60-year-old personal trainer you’ll meet,” she said.
“I’m not an athlete, I don’t know how to play a single sport, and I’ve never been outstanding at fitness-related endeavors.
“Yes, I’ve run marathons, and taken part in bodybuilding competitions,” Jacqueline continued.
She highlighted that anyone can embark on their own fitness journey regardless of their age or fitness level.
“You don’t have to be brilliant to do fitness, you just have to do it,” she told her followers.
Jacqueline also shares various versions of the same exercise routines tailored for different levels of ability.
“You are not less worthy if you need to engage in seated exercise or work at a low intensity,” she said.
“Inclusive fitness is what we champion here,” Jacqueline explained to her viewers.
She added that nobody should ever feel judged or ashamed for how they approach their fitness goals.
“No judgment, no shame, just admiration for you doing fitness your way,” Jacqueline said.