2016
D i s c o v e r i n g t h e F o u n ta i n o f Yo u t h
Axel Johnson is an elite athlete just shy of his 60th birthday. He is an elite cyclist, former competitive triathlete and veteran of the Hawaii Ironman Triathlon, as well as a big proponent of cross training.
In Johnson’s earlier days of training for triathlons, he would focus on big training miles, multiple workouts of running and cycling, swimming and weight training for 3-6 plus hours per day; seven days a week with an occasional rest day in between. Johnson recalls, “While those long days of training daily at that pace are in the past, I have incorporated the principles into a lifestyle that continues. One of the keys is finding and maintaining balance.” Johnson has noticed zero decrease in strength over the past 20 years, while making workouts a priority. Johnson currently cycles 200-300 miles per week, and includes running, swimming, weight training and yoga in his regime. His diet consists of a balanced “Mediterranean Diet” which includes good “clean” food and fine wine. He does not follow an extremely low-fat diet and does not believe in low or non-fat products. He also believes in drinking lots of water and starts his morning with drinking at least 25oz. right after he wakes. Whole grain carbs are a favorite of his, along with an adequate amount of protein.
Johnson reflects, “I have no regrets about my aging, I actually embrace getting older and revel in it. That is mainly due to the fact that I do what I can each day through self-discovery and self-realization, which enables me to change and grow and become the best person I can be.”
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