The recent photo of 52-year-old Li Bingbing was exposed, and her figure became a hot search: the truth about her running for 19 years can finally be hidden
Zhou Lingling
In 2019, Li Bingbing posted a video of her trip to Xinjiang on social media. In the picture, she is wearing a white vest and black leggings, and is running on the grassland with a little lamb in her arms. She is in a relaxed and comfortable state, and her skin is firm and elastic, which makes netizens call her "stunning".
This is not the first time that Li Bingbing has become famous because of her good condition. She also shared a video of her 74-year-old father running by the beach on Weibo, with the caption "If you don't support the wall, you will be convinced by my dad!" which caused heated discussion. Countless people were amazed: How did the father and daughter maintain their vitality and youthful state?
The answer is hidden in Li Bingbing's 19 years of running habit, getting up at 5 o'clock every day to run for an hour, regardless of wind and rain, and it cannot be struck by thunder.
01 Running, the "easy" way to discipline yourself
Li Bingbing's running journey began 19 years ago, and her original purpose was very simple - to lose weight.
" My family taught me to be diligent since I was a child, but it seems that it is not that easy to be diligent." Li Bingbing once admitted in an interview, "I chose to run because it is relatively simple. I don't have to ask for people or the venue. Even if I don't have a treadmill, I can still be on the spot!"
Like many people, she initially felt that running was "extremely long" and could only pass the time by watching TV shows. "I just ran with my teeth because I can lose weight when running."
But it was this "tought-down" beginning that made her gradually realize the changes brought by running: "All the pressure and all the unpleasantness will be spilled out with sweat, making people feel transparent inside and outside."
From "tough on the teeth" to "unbreakable", Li Bingbing's running path confirms a truth: The simplest exercise can often bring the most profound changes.
02 Running, the "energy engine" of the brain
Scientific research has found that the body's blood circulation accelerates when running, and more blood flows to the brain, delivering sufficient nutrients. This not only makes people feel refreshed, but also significantly improves the brain's various abilities.
Running can promote the growth of neurons in the hippocampus, which is the "memory center" of the brain. Those who insist on running will find that they can remember more things more easily, and they will no longer forget important details at work and trivial things in life.
In this era of information explosion, running can also help us regain our concentration. When running, focus on foot rhythm and breathing frequency, and the brain is fully relaxed and adjusted. After the run, we are able to devote ourselves to work and study with a clearer mind and a high degree of concentration.
Many people also have this experience: when running, some novel ideas and creativity will suddenly pop up in their minds. This is not accidental, but running can stimulate thinking ability and make thinking more active. The movement of the body stimulates brain nerve cells, prompting them to build more connections and bring more inspiration.
03 Running, the "natural medicine" of emotions
Li Bingbing once shared: "Bathing in the sun is particularly important for mental state." This is perfectly reflected in running.
Running is a natural medicine to relieve stress. Studies have shown that running can promote the secretion of dopamine and serotonin, and these two "happy hormones" can effectively improve emotional state and make people feel happy and satisfied.
At the same time, the body secretes endorphins when running, which not only creates a sense of pleasure, but also inhibits the overreaction of the amygdala, thereby alleviating anxiety. Many runners have this experience: when they feel anxious, put on their running shoes and go for a few laps, and the anxiety seems to evaporate with sweat.
Running can also help get rid of the shackles of inferiority. Every run is a self-challenge. When we achieve our established goals, the sense of accomplishment that surges in our hearts will gradually transform into self-confidence. If you persist in running, people will become more and more brave and dare to pursue the life they want.
04 Running, the "reshaping master" of life
In addition to the positive impact on the brain and emotions, running can also reshape our lives in all aspects.
Li Bingbing has been waking up at 5 o'clock every day for many years. This regular routine makes her life healthier. Those who insist on running will find that their sleep quality has been significantly improved, they can fall asleep faster at night, wake up naturally in the morning, and be full of energy all day.
Running can also help quit bad habits. Running allows both physical and mental satisfaction, thereby reducing dependence on bad habits such as tobacco and alcohol, overeating. Li Bingbing is also extremely self-disciplined in her diet. She said: "Eat only 70% full per meal, and basically don't touch snacks, and use fruit instead."
Most importantly, Running is one of the best ways to cultivate self-discipline. Running requires overcoming laziness and procrastination and persisting in taking the first step every day. In this process, self-discipline abilities are trained and will extend to all aspects of life.
05 Behind self-discipline is freedom
Li Bingbing's ability to achieve such extreme self-discipline is largely because she has achieved financial freedom and does not have to work hard for her livelihood, and has more time and energy to take care of herself. This is indeed difficult to completely replicate for many ordinary people who still need to work overtime, stay up late, socialize and drink.
But we can learn her method and do what we can: Exercise for two hours a day may be a luxury for office workers, but they can start with small things, eat less snacks, drink more water, and do not take the bus if they can walk, and slowly develop the habit.
In the recent photos of Li Bingbing traveling to Zhangjiajie with her parents, the whole family looks very young. Genes are important, but more importantly, their attitude and way of life are.
She now prefers to spend her time on her family rather than her career, and this choice takes a lot of courage. The competition in the entertainment industry is fierce, and if you are a little relaxed, you may be replaced by newcomers. But her courage to let go means that she is strong enough inside.
Retreat behind the scenes and accompany your family without having to work hard for your career. This transparent attitude towards life is itself the best skin care product. If the pressure is reduced, you will naturally look younger, which is more effective than any skin care product.
Written at the end
52-year-old Li Bingbing can still be amazing, not by simple medical beauty or pulling, but by persistence and self-discipline for the past 20 years.
There are voices on the Internet questioning whether she "touched the knife", but from her state, it is more like the result of a long-term adherence to a healthy lifestyle. The spirit from the inside out cannot be achieved by medical beauty.
Running is not just a sport, but also a life attitude. It can make our brains more active, our emotions more stable, and our lives healthier.
Whether you want to improve your abilities or your life, running can become your right-hand assistant. There is no need to pursue speed and distance, just take the first step and stick with it.
Li Bingbing's maintenance secrets are just four words: self-discipline and persistence. It sounds simple but it is difficult to do, but that is why 52-year-old still makes people envious.
Some things are really exchanged for time and perseverance. Behind the ultimate self-discipline is ultimate freedom.
