“Dude Was Ripped Decades Before Ripped Was a Thing”: 50 Years After His Tragic Demise, Bruce Lee’s Rare Workout Goes Viral as Fitness World Admire the Legend

Bruce Lee, the martial arts legend, is an enigma to most. Lee left a lasting impression on people’s minds through his rich legacy. Lee’s impact as a trainer, actor, and director remains noteworthy even five decades after his demise.

July is a special month for the followers of the cultural icon, as it marks the 50th death anniversary of the “god of martial arts.” Many noted personalities and family members are paying tribute to the legend across nations. Recently, a social media post sent waves of nostalgia to the bodybuilding community by posting a throwback picture of the Little Dragon. 

Throwback exercise list of Bruce Lee makes the world nostalgic

On Twitter, ‘Fascinating’ posted a black-and-white photo and training schedule of Bruce Lee from the past. The exercise list dated May 27, 1965, is going viral for its intensive exercises. The photo also mentions the name of his institute called “Hak Kueng Gymnasium.” In 1965, the Dragon was just 23 years old. However, the champion had already starred in more than twenty films and opened his own martial arts training institute by that time. By 1966, Lee wrote a book on his unique martial arts form called “Jeet Kun Do” but did not publish it immediately. Jeet Kun Do is a distinctive training method that Lee created by merging martial arts philosophy with street-style combat. 

His deep knowledge and creativity led to him infusing various styles of workouts into one, giving him the most snatched look possible. Little Dragon’s talents were not only restricted to martial arts, but also entered the realm of cinema. The Kung Fu master, through his movies, “Fist of Fury” and “Enter the Dragon,” paved the way for future Asian American actors.

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His success put martial arts on the map of viewers’ consciousness. Serving as a melting pot of Western and Asian culture, Bruce Lee bridged gaps between nations. His charisma continues to charm netizens. The recent Twitter post jogged fans’ memories, attracting a flurry of comments appreciating the Little Dragon.

Fans surprised at Lee’s intensive training schedule

Flocking to the comment section, netizens paid tribute to the artist. Looking at the list, one fan commented,

Another netizen wondered,

Further, a follower said,

A trainer cautioned others not to follow the manual blindly. He said,

Marveling at Bruce Lee’s impact, one fan summed up,

Bruce Lee was the epitome of physical perfection and mental strength. The silver screen has immortalized his agility, swiftness, and powerful punches forever. His indelible mark on the bodybuilding circuit will inspire generations to come. What did you think of Bruce Lee’s training list? Please share your comments with us.

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