In a tribute to the original He-Man himself, physiotherapist Dr Amit Kohli shared key lifestyle habits that legendary film actor Dharmendra followed to stay strong and healthy even in his 80s. Throwing
light on his commitment to fitness and indomitable willpower, Kohli said Dharmendra followed a “remarkably disciplined” routine and had a great attitude towards life.
In an interview with ‘Health Shots’ on the superstar’s 90th birthday on December 8, Kohli reflected on his “zinda dil” spirit and will that kept him going. “Even in his 80s, Dharmendra ji followed a remarkably disciplined lifestyle. Willpower is the real engine of life, and Dharmendra ji embodied that like no one else,” said Kohli, who is also a rehabilitation expert specialising in orthopaedic manual therapy and aquatic therapy.
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“He had a heroic inner strength; the same spirit we saw on screen was the spirit he carried in real life. Even on days when things were tough, he would smile and say, ‘Chalo, thoda karte hain… haar nahi maanni.’ His attitude was priceless.”
Even in the twilight of his lifespan and career, Dharmendra featured in multiple films and maintained an active presence on social media. His fans loved and adored the reels and videos the actor shared, including a glimpse into his fitness routine at his farmhouse and also his heartfelt teachings and shayaris.
Kohli, who worked closely with Dharmendra and helped him retain his great mobility and muscles via physiotherapy and aqua therapy, revealed five habits that were integral to his lifestyle that his fans and followers can also adopt.
5 Things Dharmendra Did To Maintain His Physique And Energy In His 80s
- Movement Consistency: “He never allowed inactivity to take over. Even on low-energy days, he made sure to move,” Kohli said in the interview.
- Eating Simple Food: “He had a deep, lifelong connection to agriculture and farming,” the doctor said. “Dharmendra ji often described himself as a farmer first and an actor second. He preferred fresh, wholesome and non-fancy meals.”
- Movement Is Medicine: Kohli revealed that Dharmendra was a big believer in regular physical activity and found ways to keep his body moving.
- Consistency Over Intensity: A simple, steady, and sustainable routine was integral to the legend’s lifestyle. He didn’t burden himself with strict diets or aggressive workouts.
- Positive Mindset: According to Kohli, the iconic actor “truly believed that the body listens to the mind, and his zest for life reflected that.” Dharmendra’s charming personality, positive attitude and warm energy kept him youthful even in his 80s.
