The 80-Year-Old CrossFitter | TRULY
Summary
TLDRJacinto Bonilla, a 79-year-old CrossFit enthusiast, shares his passion for fitness and the importance of strength and independence at any age. Diagnosed with prostate cancer, he overcame the disease and returned to CrossFit, creating the 'Jacinto Storm' workout for his birthday, which has become an annual tradition in several gyms. His dedication inspires others, proving that with perseverance, one can maintain an active lifestyle into old age.
Takeaways
- 👴 Jacinto Bonilla, born in 1939, is a 79-year-old CrossFit enthusiast who values strength and independence.
- ⏳ Jacinto started CrossFit in 2007 and appreciates its ever-changing nature, which prevents routine and keeps him engaged.
- 🏋️♂️ He was initially introduced to CrossFit by observing young people exercising in Central Park and was eager to join despite his age.
- 🩺 In the beginning of 2007, Jacinto was diagnosed with prostate cancer, which temporarily halted his fitness journey while he recovered.
- 💪 His desire for strength and mobility motivated him to return to exercising slowly and steadily after his recovery.
- 🎉 Jacinto created 'The Jacinto Storm', a workout routine done annually, which has become a tradition in some gyms.
- 📈 The Jacinto Storm workout increases in difficulty each year, aligning with Jacinto's age, and includes a series of exercises performed in repetitions equal to his age.
- 🏅 Last year, completing the Jacinto Storm took Jacinto 47 minutes, showcasing his determination and perseverance.
- 🤝 Jacinto's commitment to fitness and the Jacinto Storm has inspired others, including gyms across communities, to participate and honor his spirit.
- 👨👦 Jacinto's grandson, Matthew, admires his grandfather's dedication and finds it motivating to see such an older individual leading a fit and active lifestyle.
Q & A
What is Jacinto Bonilla's age and what does he love doing?
-Jacinto Bonilla is 79 years old and he loves doing CrossFit.
Why does Jacinto work out so hard?
-Jacinto works out hard to show that people in their 70s and 80s can be strong and not have to depend on anyone.
How does Jacinto describe CrossFit?
-Jacinto describes CrossFit as something that never falls into a routine and is always constantly changing.
What did Jacinto observe in Central Park that led him to CrossFit?
-Jacinto saw young guys doing exercises one after the other without resting, which they called CrossFit.
What health issue did Jacinto face in 2007?
-In 2007, Jacinto was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
How did Jacinto's health issue affect his exercise routine?
-Jacinto had to stop exercising to recover and heal from his prostate cancer treatment.
What is the 'Jacinto Storm' and how did it start?
-The 'Jacinto Storm' is a workout Jacinto created for his birthday. It started with a series of exercises, each done 69 times, and has become an annual tradition in some gyms.
How has the Jacinto Storm evolved over the years?
-The Jacinto Storm has evolved by increasing the number of repetitions each year, corresponding to Jacinto's age.
What was the duration of the Jacinto Storm workout in the previous year?
-The previous year's Jacinto Storm took Jacinto 47 minutes to complete.
How does Jacinto feel about inspiring others with his workouts?
-Jacinto is proud and glad that he inspires people with his workouts, as evidenced by the growing participation in the Jacinto Storm.
What is Jacinto's attitude towards continuing his workouts as he ages?
-Jacinto is determined to continue his workouts, stating that there is no way he will stop doing them.
Outlines
💪 Inspiring Journey of a 79-Year-Old CrossFit Enthusiast
Jacinto Bonilla, born in 1939, shares his passion for CrossFit despite being in his late 70s. He emphasizes the importance of strength and independence at his age. Jacinto's CrossFit journey began after witnessing a group exercise in Central Park and being intrigued by the intensity and variety of the workouts. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2007, which temporarily halted his fitness routine, but his determination led him to return to exercising slowly and steadily. Jacinto's dedication is evident in his creation of 'The Jacinto Storm,' a challenging annual workout that has become a tradition in several gyms. His influence extends beyond his own gym, inspiring others to maintain their fitness into old age.
🏋️♂️ The Legacy of 'The Jacinto Storm' Workout
The 'Jacinto Storm' is a workout created by Jacinto to celebrate his birthday, which has become an annual event at his gym and others. The workout's intensity increases with each passing year, reflecting Jacinto's age. The first 'Jacinto Storm' involved a series of exercises corresponding to his age at the time, and it has grown in popularity and difficulty over the years. Last year, at the age of 79, Jacinto completed the workout, which involved 79 repetitions of various exercises, in 47 minutes. His family, including his grandson Matthew, expresses admiration for his commitment and the legacy he's creating. Jacinto's message is clear: with consistent effort, one can maintain physical capability into old age.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡CrossFit
💡Independence
💡Prostate Cancer
💡Resilience
💡Workout Routine
💡Community
💡Inspiration
💡Birthday Workout
💡Physical Fitness
💡Age Defying
Highlights
Jacinto Bonilla, born in 1939, emphasizes the importance of strength and independence in older age.
Jacinto's dedication to fitness is demonstrated by his rigorous workout routine.
His introduction to CrossFit in Central Park and immediate interest in its varied and challenging exercises.
The adaptability and constant change in CrossFit workouts keep Jacinto engaged and motivated.
Jacinto's initial experience with CrossFit involved pull-ups, showcasing his physical capability.
A diagnosis of prostate cancer in 2007 led to a temporary halt in Jacinto's fitness journey.
Jacinto's determination to recover and return to exercising, emphasizing his love for strength and movement.
The creation of 'The Jacinto Storm' workout as an annual tradition in his honor.
The Jacinto Storm's evolution from its inception with 69 repetitions to increasing difficulty each year.
Jacinto's personal best of completing the Jacinto Storm in 47 minutes, reflecting his resilience.
The growing popularity of the Jacinto Storm, with more gyms participating each year.
Jacinto's influence as an inspiration to others, particularly in the fitness community.
The challenge of the Jacinto Storm being a testament to Jacinto's dedication and the community's respect for him.
Jacinto's preparation and anticipation for his 80th birthday edition of the Jacinto Storm.
The successful completion of the 80th edition of the Jacinto Storm, marking a personal achievement.
Jacinto's message to younger generations, encouraging them to stay active for a healthy old age.
Matthew's pride in his grandfather's accomplishments and the legacy he's created in the fitness world.
Transcripts
Jacinto: To me it's very important
of what people think
of all the people in their 80s or 70s.
To see that we could be strong,
and we don't have to depend on anyone.
That's why I work out so hard.
I was born in 1939, just
about the same time when the Second World War
was starting, Theodore Roosevelt was president.
I am Jacinto Bonilla I am 79 years old
and I love CrossFit.
What I love about CrossFit, you never fall into a routine.
If I'm here, I would never know what's on for tomorrow.
CrossFit is always constantly changing.
Instructor: Alright guys two minutes of rest.
Jacinto:I've been always looking for something different to do to keep
myself going.
I was walking down Central Park one time
and I saw these young guys doing
exercise one after the other.
And I told him you're mixing your exercises together.
And you guys don't rest.
Oh, we call this CrossFit.
So I said wow, I've been looking for something like this.
Can I join in?
They looked at me and they told me Okay, can you pull up?
I said of course I could do pull ups.
The beginning of 2007 I started getting
up, you know, like almost
a lot of times during the night to
the you know, to go to the bathroom.
I went to the doctor and the urologist he
diagnosed me with, with prostate cancer.
Obviously I had to stop because I had to recover.
I just had to wait to heal so I
could get back into exercising.
I just like being strong and able to move.
So I just at the time, I just couldn't wait
to get back into exercising.
I just came back slowly.
Before I knew it, I was back to doing the
things that I was used to doing.
Jacinto: Ready, come on up. Push, push, push knee.
There you go. There you go.
Adam: He's turning 80 years old and he still does this and I think that's amazing.
Interviewer: Do you think you can keep up with him during his workout?
Adam: Yep. Matthew: I could never.
Jacinto: I think I'm more ripped than they are.
Remember use your knees up, up, up, up.
There you go.
I wanted to do a workout for my birthday.
The Jacinto Storm has become a workout that we do once a year.
What makes me a little
proud of the Jacinto Storm
there is a few gyms.
They do it as a tradition.
The first Jacinto Storm was 69’
and we started first running around the block.
Then 69 squat 69 push ups
69 pull ups, 69 kettlebell swing
69 wall, wall. 69 deadlift.
Oh men. The Jacinto Storm last year
took me oh F*** 47 minutes.
you have to finish it
no matter what. You struggle you do it.
The first year of the Jacinto Storm I remember it was about
20 to 30 people in the gym that came to do it.
Now a lot of gyms do.
I'm glad that I inspire people that way.
Robert: I did it last year and it was very challenging
but amazing at the same time. I mean you're
doing a workout in honor of someone who's an inspiration to
so many and across your community.
It's a pleasure to do it alongside with him.
Jacinto: It goes up one every year.
So this year in July when I'm 80 years old,
all the exercises is 80 times.
when I have a month and five days
before the storm I
I started training already.
I'm ready I'm going to knock it out.
Hi guys I'm on my way to do the Jacinto Storm
I can't wait to get there and get this done .
Today it's very challenging and
I'm ready for it. I see what happens.
Okay, hey I did it how are you?
Come on, come on.
Three, two one
Biggest one I ever done.
It’s tough, it's not easy.
Take care if you’re young and you keep doing it
when you're 80 you can do it too.
Matthew: The fact that like this whole thing was like made from
him it's crazy because it's like
wow, to know that your grandfather is like the most like
the oldest man to be doing all this hard work it's great.
No way is going to come the day that and that I won't do it. I will do it.
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