"Lula's allies have busied themselves publishing footage of the Worker's party (PT) chief working out at the gym or taking a jog. The most recent such video was livestreamed on Monday by Brazil's first lady, Rosangela Janja da Silva, showing Lula performing squats during an early morning fitness session."
"Lula's fans applauded their leader's muscle-flexing. Lula's a gym rat. This man is in great shape to carry on taking care of Brazil until 2030, one wrote approvingly on X."
"We can't stop the passage of time, Lula says in one social media video. [But] we can take care of our health."
"Lula's quest to portray himself as a Brazilian Mr Motivator has intensified in recent weeks as the identity of his main challenger has become clear."
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva aims for a historic fourth term as Brazilian president, utilizing workout videos to demonstrate his fitness. At 80, he faces a younger opponent in the upcoming election. Allies share footage of Lula exercising, including jogging and weightlifting, to counter concerns about his age. His wife, Rosangela Janja da Silva, highlights his dedication to fitness, showcasing his workouts on social media. Lula emphasizes the importance of health, stating that while time cannot be stopped, health can be maintained.
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