Celebrating 70 with a Beach Run:
American media mogul Oprah Winfrey reached the age of 70 on Monday, 29 January, and commemorated the milestone with an invigorating run on the beach.
Taking to Instagram, she shared a video of herself accompanied by Jill Scott’s song “Golden,” captioning it with “This is 70!” and expressing gratitude for the birthday wishes.
Fitness Revelation in December 2023:
In a candid revelation to People magazine in December 2023, Winfrey opened up about how prioritizing fitness has contributed to her feeling stronger than ever at 70.
She emphasized adopting a holistic approach involving regular exercise and lifestyle adjustments to maintain a healthy weight.
Oprah also acknowledged using weight-loss medication as part of her strategy.
Overcoming Weight Struggles:
Reflecting on the impact of weight fluctuations on her mental well-being over five decades, Oprah shared her journey of resilience.
Post knee surgery, she embarked on a hiking regimen, progressively setting new distance goals.
This effort resulted in her ability to hike three to five miles daily and tackle a challenging 10-mile hike on weekends, leaving her feeling stronger, more fit, and alive.
Gratitude as a Guiding Principle:
Oprah Winfrey, known for her multifaceted career as an actress, producer, and philanthropist, has made gratitude a central theme in her life.
Describing gratitude as her religion, she expressed her commitment to rising and helping others do the same.
In a People magazine interview, Oprah emphasized the principle of sharing life, asserting that “life is better when you share it.”