Sameera Reddy talks about her father's fitness at 93 (Photo: Sameera Reddy/Instagram)Former actor Sameera Reddy took to Instagram with her father, Chinta Poli Reddy, and shared that he has turned 93. “94 running,” he emphasised. When asked about what keeps him strong, he responded at once, “My mind, my wife and my three daughters”.I’m still strong, he added during the interaction.Sameera captioned the adorable video, “Keep on running, Papa❤️ 93 yrs Happy birthday, Reddy Garu . We love you. Every year I wait to make this video . And I pray to keep doing so . #grateful”.DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.Dr Prashanth Rao, director, surgical gastroenterology and minimal access surgery, Gleneagles Hospital Parel, said reaching the 90s in good health is usually not the result of one particular factor.“Genetics can influence longevity, but daily lifestyle, physical activity, nutrition, sleep, mental well-being, and regular medical care play an equally important role. For people above 90, the focus should be on maintaining functional independence rather than simply treating diseases,” said Dr Rao.Healthy ageing is not about looking young, but about maintaining strength, mobility and independence for as long as possible. Inspired, we reached out to an expert to understand all about maintaining physical function in the 90s.From a clinical perspective, one of the biggest priorities with ageing is preventing the progressive loss of muscle mass and strength, known as sarcopenia. “Regular movement and resistance exercises can help older adults maintain muscle function, balance and the ability to perform everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting up from a chair and carrying objects. Even simple exercises adapted to an individual’s ability can make a meaningful difference,” said consultant dietitian Garima Goyal.Story continues below this ad Healthy diet is essential (Photo: Getty Images/Thinkstock)Nutrition is equally important. “Older adults often need to pay particular attention to adequate protein, calcium, vitamin D, fibre and hydration. Protein becomes especially important because the body’s ability to stimulate muscle protein synthesis can decline with age. Including sources such as dal, dairy, eggs, soy, fish, chicken or other suitable protein-rich foods can help support muscle maintenance when appropriate for the individual’s health status,” said Goyal.But strength at 94 isn’t built through exercise alone. “Regular movement, adequate nutrition, good sleep, social connection, mental stimulation and preventive healthcare all contribute to healthy ageing. Importantly, exercise should be individualised in older adults, particularly when there are concerns involving balance, joints, heart health or other medical conditions,” said Goyal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sameera Reddy (@reddysameera)Dr Rao emphasised that families should watch for common concerns such as weakness, muscle loss, falls, vision or hearing problems, blood pressure fluctuations, diabetes, heart disease, memory changes, and infections. “Regular health check-ups, timely vaccinations, medication reviews, and attention to dental, vision, and hearing health can make a significant difference. Emotional well-being is equally important, so elderly people should remain socially connected and involved in activities they enjoy,” shared Dr Rao.Starting with small, consistent lifestyle habits and maintaining them over the years can help preserve strength and quality of life well into later life. “You don’t have to wait until old age to start thinking about healthy ageing. The muscle, mobility and lifestyle habits you build today can influence how strong and independent you remain decades later,” added Goyal.