At 50 years old, boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya continues to be a shining example of dedication to fitness and healthy living. Known for his illustrious career in the ring, the Golden Boy’s commitment to maintaining a well-balanced lifestyle has not waned with age.

Despite being a retired boxer, the former six-division champion maintains a disciplined approach to his diet. The 50-year-old understands that looking good and feeling healthy go hand in hand, motivating him to be mindful of what he eats. Moreover, in a candid interview, the former champion provided fans with an exclusive glimpse into his home and opened up about his diet and meal preps, shedding light on how he stays in top shape.

A taste for balance: De La Hoya’s nutritional approach

In a recent interview with Mens Health Magazine, ‘Golden Boy’ emphasized the importance of consuming balanced meals. In addition, when asked about the staples found in his refrigerator, De La Hoya highlighted the presence of yogurt, egg whites, tortillas, Canada Dry, and a lot of water.

“I’m 50 years old, so I like looking good, I like looking lean. I try to just eat balanced meals. And if I do cheat, have a donut or something, it’s like, okay, I have to work extra hard the next day. What’s a must in my refrigerator? Yogurts, I love egg whites, tortillas, Canada Dry, a lot of water, that’s for sure, a lot of water, you know, flush everything out. My Pepto, because sometimes I get a little bad piece of chorizo or something.” he said.

This was not all as a peek into the 50-year-old’s refrigerator unveils his passion for meal prepping. He spoke passionately about his weekly or almost daily meal preparations, also revealing the foods he likes to use in his meal preps.

Oscar De La Hoya gives a glimpse into his meal preparations

The former champion revealed that he prepared meals in advance regularly. Moreover, he added that marinated chicken, complemented with sweet potato fries or broccoli was among his favorite meal preps.

“My meal preps must be there, I have meal preps every week, almost every other day. Love the chicken that is so fresh. It’s marinated, complimented with sweet potato fries or broccoli. It’s well-balanced. It has a little flavor, but it’s so healthy for you.” he said.

When it comes to his favorite protein, De La Hoya admits to having a soft spot for steaks. With a large steak waiting to be grilled, he eagerly anticipates enjoying this protein-packed delight.

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“I have to have my steaks. I have this baby here that I cannot wait to cook outside. This is like, I think it’s a 40-ouncer or something.” he added.

De La Hoya’s commitment to fitness and healthy living continues to inspire fans worldwide. Even after recently turning 50, the boxing legend remains devoted to maintaining a well-balanced diet, also showcasing his dedication to leading a fulfilling and active life and proving that age is no barrier to leading a healthy lifestyle.

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