The world first heard of Wang Deshun in 2015. At that time, he was already 79 years old, but this didn’t stop the grandfather from becoming the star of China Fashion Week in Beijing.
He amazed everyone with his fit physique — it was nearly unbelievable that Deshun was soon turning 80.
Now 87 years old, he remains popular. Deshun openly shares his secrets to longevity. In interviews, “China’s Hottest Grandpa” candidly discusses the principles that help him look 20 years younger. From his words, four main rules stand out.
Swimming
Wang Deshun admits that he has loved sports his entire life, with a particular passion for swimming. Every day, the grandfather-model swims 800 meters in the pool, after which he feels an incredible vitality.
Gym
“China’s Hottest Grandpa” doesn’t stop at swimming. For additional exercise, he spends three hours each day working out in the gym. Interestingly, he started going to the gym not to build abs, but to improve his skills in pantomime. “It wasn’t about looking good or living a healthy lifestyle. I did it because a mime needs a strong body to convey meaning through movement,” Wang explained in an interview.
Avoiding Alcohol
As he aged, Wang Deshun limited his alcohol intake. Now, he drinks very rarely and believes this has contributed to his health and energy.
No Strict Diet
While he restricts alcohol, he doesn’t impose strict limits on his diet. Deshun eats whatever he wants and is generally quite simple in his choices. For lunch, a bowl of rice and a bit of tofu is usually enough for him.
