Hailed as the ‘King of Aesthetics’, 80-Year-Old Bodybuilding Legend Offers a Simple Advice to Maximize Overall Fitness

3X Mr. Olympia Frank Zane was known for his well-proportioned and aesthetically pleasing physique, which emphasized symmetry and balance over sheer size and mass. In his several books such as The Zane Way to a Beautiful Body, Fabulously Fit Forever, Super Bodies in 12 Weeks, and more, he has shared multiple pieces of advice for his fans to achieve a symmetrical physique like him.

Zane often mentions his approach to bodybuilding, which he likes to refer to as ‘The Zane Way.’ His approach closely talks about the importance of high-intensity training, nutrition, as well as recovery. In his recent Instagram post, Zane mentions another brilliant piece of advice for lifters, which can result in a better workout.

Zane shares a simple yet effective tip

Stretching is an essential component of bodybuilding that young lifters often miss out on. It can help with injury prevention as well as proper blood flow which in turn results in a better pump during the workouts. In a previous interview with muscleandfitness.com, Zane revealed, “What I always did in my training was stretch between sets. After every set, I would stretch for 15 seconds, and then go into the next set.” Zane again talked about the benefits of stretching in his recent Instagram post. 

“By adding stretching between each set of an exercise you will get a much better workout, a better pump, and more overall flexibility. Stretch whenever you can, not only when you are doing weight training or posing,” Zane wrote in the caption. 

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Even at the tough age of 80, it’s the knowledge and decade-long experience that has helped Zane stay healthy and fit. His workouts have transitioned over the years according to the needs and demands of his body. At an older age, it’s essential to listen to your body and not push it to the brink. 

Zane keeps his workouts fresh

‘King of Aesthetics’ keeps his fans updated about his training regimen and nutrition via his social media. He has been open about his personal journey over the years. He recounted how he used to spend a lot of time lifting heavy weights during his prime. However, as he grew older, he mostly replaced weight training with machines.

“Walking on the treadmill was always part of my competition preparation, but it’s essential as you get older,” revealed Zane. Muscle hypertrophy may have been his goal when he was younger, but at his current age, being moderately active and healthy is more important. The heart is the most vital muscle in the human body, and Zane is doing everything he can to keep it that way. 

Zane has decades of experience in weight training. Since his retirement from the sport, Zane has used his social media to spread the knowledge he has gained over the years. He continues to be an active proponent of his “Zane Way” of bodybuilding and posts frequently in order to educate young lifters.

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