Cristiano Ronaldo has turned age into just a number. Even at the age of 40, his hunger for goals has not diminished at all. But hunger alone is not enough, to score goals, the body also has to be fit. And even at this age, his body is keeping up very well. The question in many people’s minds is, how is Ronaldo so fit? Now the Portuguese star himself has revealed the secret.
In an interview with ‘Hoop’ on YouTube, Ronaldo revealed what exactly he does to stay fit. Along with exercise, Ronaldo gives importance to eating and sleeping. He said, ‘I can never sit in one place. I walk all the time. Sometimes in Georgia, sometimes with my children.’
Ronaldo also said, ‘I walk at least 17,000 steps a day. It increases when I play football. The most important thing is eating and sleeping. I eat according to what my body needs. I sleep at least 9 and a half hours a day. If I don’t sleep, my body won’t be fresh.’
Ronaldo said that he eats according to the routine that his nutritionist has prepared. He does not eat outside food at all. He also tries to go to bed regularly by 11 pm. He usually sleeps until 8:30 am. Of course, if there is any work, the routine changes a little. But he tries to follow this routine every day.
Ronaldo scored a brace against Armenia in the final World Cup qualifier. He surpassed his arch-rival Lionel Messi in goals in this tournament. Ronaldo also won the UEFA Nations Cup this year. He still has the hunger to win trophies for his country. And that is what is driving him forward.
Ronaldo has scored a total of 942 goals in his career. He is 58 steps away from the milestone of 1000 goals. Ronaldo has scored 139 goals for Portugal, which is a record. Ronaldo scored 463 goals before turning 30. In the next 10 years, he scored another 479 goals. That is, Ronaldo’s number of goals has increased after turning 30. And that proves how careful this footballer is about fitness.
FAQ
What did Cristiano Ronaldo reveal about his fitness at 40?
He shared that his routine focuses on walking daily, disciplined eating, and proper sleep to stay fit and perform well.
How many steps does Ronaldo walk every day?
Ronaldo said he walks at least 17,000 steps daily, even more when he plays football.
What role does diet play in Ronaldo’s fitness?
His nutritionist designs a strict meal plan. He avoids outside food and eats only what his body needs.
How important is sleep in Ronaldo’s routine?
He sleeps about 9.5 hours daily, usually going to bed at 11 pm and waking up around 8:30 am.
How has his fitness helped his career at this age?
His discipline has allowed him to keep scoring goals, stay competitive, and chase milestones like reaching 1000 career goals.
