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Eight-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt has opened up about his post-retirement struggles, admitting that even simple activities like climbing stairs now leave him winded.
Recognized as the fastest man in history, the Jamaican icon told press at a recent championship that his athletic days are behind him. “Gym sessions are my main focus now,” he admitted. “Running isn’t happening—my Achilles won’t allow it. But lately, I’ve realized I need to reintroduce some light jogging because stairs shouldn’t be this exhausting.”
Retiring in 2017, Bolt now dedicates his time to family and hobbies. “Mornings are for getting the kids to school, and then, if I’m free, I might work out—or just relax. Binge-watching shows and building Lego sets have become my thing until the kids come home. Of course, once they start testing my patience, I retreat to movies or more Lego,” he joked.
When questioned about why today’s sprinters haven’t matched his era’s dominance despite better equipment, Bolt didn’t hesitate: “Truth? Pure talent. Look at the women—they’re smashing records, proving it’s possible. But for the men in my time? We were just built different.”
He cited Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce as evidence, saying, “She’s got the tech, but it’s her skill that makes her unstoppable. Some things just can’t be manufactured.”
