Milind Soman, 60, shares what keeps him fit and feeling like 25 year old and how Shah Rukh Khan inspires him
ET Online November 09, 2025 05:20 PM
Synopsis

At 60, Milind Soman continues to defy age stereotypes through his unwavering discipline and active lifestyle. He emphasizes balance, purpose, and consistency, crediting these for his youthful energy and strength. Soman's simple fitness mantra of staying active, hydrated, and eating clean, coupled with a calm mind, redefines aging by focusing on joy and commitment.

Milind Soman opens up about the secret to his fitness at the age of 60. (Instagram/Agencies)
At 60, Milind Soman continues to defy every stereotype about ageing and fitness. While most people slow down, he’s out there running marathons, cycling across ghats, and inspiring millions with his unmatched discipline. The model-turned-fitness icon doesn’t just look youthful — he lives it every day through balance, purpose, and relentless energy. From completing the Ironman at 50 to still pushing boundaries a decade later, Milind proves that age is truly just a number when you live with intention.

Speaking to Bombay Times, he said crossing this milestone felt less like getting older and more like a reminder of everything that discipline, balance, and consistency can achieve.

Secret to his fitness

Milind first took on the Ironman challenge at 50 — a test of willpower and endurance. He shared that staying active, eating clean, and respecting one’s body have been the cornerstones of his fitness journey. At 60, he says he feels stronger, lighter, and freer than he did at 30, crediting his mindset and daily discipline for keeping him youthful.


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His simple fitness mantra

In another conversation with the Hindustan Times, Milind revealed that his approach to fitness is surprisingly simple. For him, being active, staying hydrated, sleeping on time, and eating clean matter more than elaborate workouts. He believes that a calm mind and a healthy lifestyle are the best glow-up tools, adding that fitness is all about consistency and commitment — not just physical effort but self-respect in action.

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Milind Soman and Shah Rukh Khan are redefining 60

The actor and model also drew parallels between his outlook and Shah Rukh Khan’s in the interview with Bombay Times. He said that SRK is redefining what 60 looks like by pursuing joy through his work, and that he tries to do the same through fitness and adventure. For Milind, staying young is about living with purpose — whether through running, cycling, or simply waking up excited for the day. So, how is he redefining 60? Milind says the secret is to keep doing what brings you joy — for your body, mind, and spirit — because when you wake up excited every day, 60 can feel like 40 or even 25.

True to his words, Milind continues to lead by example. As part of the #FitIndianRun initiative, he covered an incredible 330 kilometres across hilly terrains and ghats — cycling about 90 kilometres and running 20 kilometres each day for three days straight. Despite the steep climbs and physical strain, he described the experience as exhilarating and rewarding.
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