Lee Priest spent his youth chasing bodybuilding titles, but the 53-year-old now wants to become a centenarian, and he is doing a lot to get there.

Priest appeared on the January 19 episode of the Muscle Intelligence podcast, where he expressed his desire to live to 100. He expected to get there by not repeating his grandfather's mistake.

Priest said, "I always said, I’m going to 100. Why do I want to get to 100? It’s just a number in my head. My grandfather passed away from malpractice, and he was in his 80s and still training. He passed away last year at 99."

The multiple-time Mr. Australia winner admitted he sometimes indulges in junk food. However, he also observes the required precaution.

Priest stated, "But I always get my blood checked, and I always did, even before it was the in thing to do, because I did eat a lot of food in the offseason. I had a good doctor. He was a sports doctor…. also get an ultrasound every now and then for the heart and stuff."

While a smart lifestyle and regular checkups matter to Priest, the bodybuilder believes longevity is about knowing when to push and when to hold back.

Lee Priest advises working out even after 50

Priest views the lack of training as one of the most significant factors that prevented his grandfather from becoming a centenarian. As a result, he advises training till it makes an individual feel healthy.

During his appearance on Sam's Fitness in 2025, Priest said, "Someone who is 50, I say if you’re going to get in the training that’s great, anything that can make you healthier and longevity and s*** like that, get moving, whether it be walking or bodyweight exercises at home or home gym equipment, it’s great."

Apparently, the 53-year-old doesn't want to falter at the place where his grandfather did. But do you think he will be able to reach his desired goal of becoming a centenarian?

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Supradeep Dutta