World’s fastest runner Usain Bolt now runs out of breath while climbing stairs!
Kingston: How fast can a human really run? Whenever this question comes up, the name of Jamaica’s Usain Bolt immediately comes to mind, because for years he has been the fastest runner in the world. His name is so strongly tied to speed that people of all ages know him. However, a surprising and somewhat shocking fact is that Bolt now feels breathless when climbing stairs.
Known as Lightning Bolt, the fastest sprinter retired eight years ago, yet no one has managed to break his 100m world record of 9.58 seconds. His 4x100m relay world record of 36.84 seconds also still stands.
Two types of injuries forced his retirement
The 39-year-old world’s No.1 runner stands 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 94 kg. To stay fit, he goes to the gym daily, works out, follows a strict diet, and also does light exercises throughout the day. Bolt retired early mainly due to leg and back pain.
Enjoys Tokyo events as a spectator
Bolt did not miss the chance to watch the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo from the stadium stands. In an interview with a foreign newspaper, he said:“I don’t mind working out in the gym, but since I only do gym workouts every day, it feels a bit difficult. I’ve completely stopped long-distance running for quite some time. I think I need to start running again, because whenever I climb stairs, I feel a bit breathless. I face some difficulty in breathing. But once I get back into the routine of long laps, everything will be fine. I just need to fix my breathing. Right now, I can’t climb stairs easily.”
In today’s times, runners have access to high-tech spikes and top-quality running tracks. So why can’t current male runners match the level of your generation? To this, Bolt gave a blunt reply:“You want the real answer? I’ll just say this—we were more talented.”
What was his straight answer to a direct question?
Bolt is very clear about his legacy in athletics. He says:“When I used to run, I worked tirelessly to break certain milestones. Now that I’ve retired, I myself have become a benchmark, and that makes me happy. If you want to be the best, you also want to be remembered as a legend. I wanted to set some special high standards, and I achieved that. That gives me immense joy.”