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Baiju Santhosh leg presses 120 kg at age 56
The Indian Express·
Malayalam actor Baiju Santhosh shared a leg press video with coach Gopu, who said the actor is 56 and lifted 120 kg. Dietitian Garima Goyal said the move works quadriceps, glutes and hamstrings used on stairs and chairs. She said resistance training preserves muscle and bone health with age. Goyal urged controlled range over heavier loads.
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What It Means For You
- Older adults considering gym work can use leg presses to support stair climbing and balance if cleared by a clinician.
- Viewers copying celebrity loads risk knee or back strain without matching mobility and technique.
- Trainers may programme leg work alongside upper body, core and cardio for balanced ageing fitness.
What's Happening
- Gopu posted that Santhosh trains with discipline despite his age and bodyweight.
- Goyal noted muscle mass and strength can decline without regular resistance work.
- She said knees should track with feet and avoid forceful locking at the top.
Leg Press Form For Ageing Adults
- Goyal said appropriate load depends on experience, mobility and the machine used.
- People with knee, hip or back issues may need modified ranges.
- Protein intake, sleep and recovery support muscle maintenance alongside training.
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