71-Year-Old Grandma with 6-Pack Abs and Guinness World Record

Sun Minghui: The 71-Year-Old Grandma with a 6-Pack

Sun Minghui isn’t your average retiree. At 71, she’s become an inspiration, defying age and fitness expectations.

National Fitness Competition Medalist

Sun made headlines after becoming the oldest competitor to win a medal at this year’s National Fitness Newcomers Quality Competition in Wuhan, China. The former cafeteria worker from Ma’anshan, Anhui province, clinched third place in the mixed-gender category, outperforming many competitors half her age.

Starting Her Fitness Journey at 67

Sun told Chinese news outlet Ta Kung Pao that she only began formal fitness training at 67.

“After just over a month of training, I began to see changes. My biceps became visible, and the contours of my lats started to show. I didn’t lose muscle with age; I gained it. That gave me a huge confidence boost,” she said.

Dedication to Training and Diet

Sun works out five times a week, dedicating more than an hour each session. Her diet includes four to five egg whites daily, with minimal oil, salt, and sugar.

She believes that regardless of age, anyone can engage in strength training and exercise. “Moving is always better than staying still,” she added.

A Record-Breaking Cyclist Too

Sun’s endurance is just as impressive. At 60, she cycled over 6,300km across China with a team, setting a Guinness World Record.

“I am 71 years old. Age is just a number, not a limitation. Some people think seniors should just drink tea and go for walks, but I want something different. I want to lift dumbbells and let my muscles do the talking,” she told Jimu News.

Inspiring Seniors and the Young Alike

Her story, now widely shared on social media, continues to inspire people across China and beyond.

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Source : Ta Kung Pao

 By Tarziman — 11 JUNE 2025, 02:19 PM