John Cena, a household name in the world of WWE, acknowledges that his time in the ring is nearing its end. With over two decades of wrestling under his belt, the 47-year-old star has been candid about his intention to retire from in-ring action before turning 50. Despite this looming retirement, Cena remains committed to maintaining peak physical condition.
In a recent interview with People, Cena discussed his evolving fitness goals and his desire to stay active well into his later years, even if he no longer wrestles. “At 47 now, my goal is to be physically active until I can’t,” he stated. “I put a number in my head of like, I’d like to be physically active into my late 80s or 90s. To do a parallel squat in my late 80s.”
Cena emphasized that his focus has shifted from short-term to long-term fitness aspirations. “My training used to be based on every single day, be the strongest you can for that day. Now I have my eyes set 40 years down the road.”
“WWE Has Been A Great Chapter In My Life” – John Cena
Cena also reflected on his WWE journey and its significant role in his life, while reaffirming his passion for fitness. “I know my WWE journey is coming to an end, but fitness was a part of my life long before the WWE journey started. Fitness will be a part of my life, hopefully as long as my heart’s beating. So the WWE has been a great chapter in my life — it’s year 23 for me — and the sun’s setting on that chapter in the book, but fitness will never not be a part of my life.”
Cena’s storied WWE career began twenty years ago when he debuted in 2002. His rise to fame was swift, he had incredible power, charisma and an unwavering work ethic Cena’s achievements in the ring include 16 World Championships, which made him the most decorated in WWE history. became one of the wrestlers.
Since wrestling, Cena has successfully transitioned into Hollywood. He is currently filming the second season of “Peacemaker,” a critically acclaimed role. Earlier this year, Cena launched an exclusive content site to promote his movie “Ricky Stanicky.” The Hollywood move allows Cena to showcase his versatility and talent beyond the boxing ring.
In addition to stellar performances, Cena is ready to watch the upcoming Shark Week which begins July 7th. This new role showcases his ability to connect with audiences in a variety of ways, further cementing his status as a multifaceted entertainer.
Despite his transition from acting to hosting, Cena’s commitment to fitness remains unwavering. His approach to training has evolved, focusing more on longevity and maintaining health than immediate physical fitness. This mindset shift underscores Cena’s commitment to maintaining his physical fitness long after his wrestling days are over.
As Cena prepares to close the WWE chapter of his life, fans around the world reflect on his incredible career and contributions to the sport. His legacy in wrestling is undeniable, and his transition to other entertainments ensures that Cena becomes an important figure in the public eye.
For Cena, the future holds new challenges and opportunities, but his passion for fitness and his desire to remain active into his later years will undoubtedly guide his journey forward. As he said, “Fitness will be a part of my life, hopefully as long as my heart’s beating.”