Even in retirement, Tom Brady is showing no signs of slowing down when it comes to his unparalleled fitness regimen. The legendary NFL quarterback recently took to Instagram to share a video of himself putting in a grueling shirtless workout in Miami, proving that at 46 years old, he’s still one of the most physically dominant athletes on the planet.
“24 years later… @nobull. no excuses. Show up for yourself so you can show up all damn day!” Brady captioned the video, alluding to the year the New England Patriots drafted him back in 2000. The three stop watch emojis he included further emphasized the intensity of his training session.
In the video, Brady can be seen sprinting furiously, his chiseled abs and toned arms on full display. It’s a testament to the unwavering dedication and discipline that have allowed the seven-time Super Bowl champion to maintain such an elite level of physical conditioning even after stepping away from the game.
In fact, Brady has been open about the fact that his fitness routine has only intensified since announcing his retirement from the NFL in 2023. He admitted in a September interview on the “Let’s Go” podcast that he’s actually lost about 10 pounds since retiring, crediting the decreased stress levels for allowing him to focus more on his physical health.
“I’m actually very fit right now,” Brady told co-hosts Larry Fitzgerald and Jim Gray. “I haven’t had the stress that I had while I was playing, so that’s allowed me to focus a little bit more on my physical health.”
Of course, this comes as no surprise to those familiar with Brady’s lifelong commitment to holistic wellness. Like his ex-wife, supermodel Gisele Bündchen, the future Hall of Famer has always prioritized his physical and mental well-being above all else.
“You could prioritize a lot of other things — career, kids, relationships, family, greater good, community,” Brady said on the podcast. “But at the end of the day, physical and mental health should sit at the top of the pyramid.”
To that end, Brady has continued to adhere to the strict dietary regimen that has been the cornerstone of his TB12 method. Just last July, he confirmed that he still avoids caffeine, white sugar, dairy, nightshades, and iodized salt as part of his quest to optimize his body.
“I don’t think it’s a strict regimen. I think it’s just trying to make healthy choices that allow me to live the life I want to live,” Brady explained to People magazine. “I still want to maintain. I’ve developed so many healthy habits, I just want to stick with them.”
And maintain he has. The video Brady shared on Instagram is just the latest example of the quarterback’s superhuman fitness, and it’s only fueling speculation that he could potentially make a comeback to the NFL someday. After all, if anyone has the physical tools to play at an elite level well into their late 40s, it’s Tom Brady.
Of course, the future Hall of Famer has repeatedly downplayed the possibility of a return to the field, insisting that he’s content with this new chapter of his life. But with his unparalleled work ethic and the fact that he’s still in peak physical condition, one can’t help but wonder if the competitive fire still burns within him.
For now, Brady seems to be relishing the opportunity to focus solely on his health, his family, and his various business ventures, including the continued growth of his TB12 brand. And judging by the video he shared, he’s never been in better shape.
As he continues to defy the natural aging process and push the boundaries of what’s possible for an athlete of his age, Brady remains a source of inspiration for athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Whether he decides to return to the NFL or not, there’s no doubt that he will continue to set the standard for what’s achievable through sheer determination and an unwavering commitment to physical excellence.
For Tom Brady, the future appears to be as bright as ever. And if this latest workout video is any indication, he’s far from done dominating the athletic world.