Senior citizens are often seen as frail, struggling with health issues, and unable to do much physically. Society paints a picture of them as people who need assistance to walk, who visit doctors more often than anywhere else, and whose activities are limited.
But actor Anita Raj is here to change that narrative. At 62, she is proving that age is just a number and that fitness is for everyone, regardless of how many birthdays they’ve celebrated.
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Anita Raj, best known for her role as Dadisa in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, has been a fitness enthusiast for decades. She is dedicated to her workouts and rarely misses a training session, even with her hectic shooting schedule.
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She swears by core-strengthening exercises like planks and is also into lifting heavy weights. From holding a plank for a staggering 61 minutes to acing headstands, Anita is an inspiration for anyone who believes fitness has an age limit.
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On her 62nd birthday, Anita shared a video of herself working out, showcasing her endurance, speed, agility, and strength. In her post, she credited her mother for instilling in her the importance of fitness early on.
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Interestingly, Anita also claims to be the first Indian to release a fitness video back in 1989. While fitness influencers today use social media to promote health and wellness, Anita was already paving the way decades ago.
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Anita Raj is the daughter of the late veteran actor Jagdish Raj, who was famous for playing a police officer in over 144 Bollywood films. While he made his mark in the industry with his iconic roles, Anita is making hers by shattering stereotypes about ageing and fitness.
She is proof that senior citizens don’t have to be weak or inactive – they can be as strong and fit as they choose to be.