Lula turns 81 with new fitness habits and better health after re-election

extra.globo.com (Portuguese) —

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva turns 81 on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, two days after being re-elected, showcasing notable physical vigor during his campaign despite minimal sleep and food. Lula adopted a disciplined fitness routine, including 45 minutes of daily treadmill exercise, weight training, and swimming, alongside a strict diet supervised by First Lady Janja, featuring fish, lean meats, eggs, and salads, plus two liters of water daily. These lifestyle changes, introduced after a lactose intolerance discovery, helped him recover from a 2024 cranial hemorrhage and 2023 hip surgery, though he still enjoys desserts like ice cream and pudding.


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