Nan, 65, reveals the reason behind her fit physique

A super fit 65-year-old nan from Pennsylvania has become an internet sensation due to her muscular physique and mindset.

A super fit 65-year-old nan has become an internet sensation due to her muscular physique and mindset.

Marlene Flowers is a ripped grandma who only started to exercise seven years ago after having a wake-up call.

According to the “bodybuilding granny”, she’d been struggling with eating disorders and health issues, which ultimately led her to getting surgery at the age of 58.

Speaking to the Pittsburgh City Paper, Ms Flowers said, “After that experience, I knew that I needed to make a change.”

The nan started working out less than 10 years ago. Picture: granny guns/Instagram

Determined to turn her life around, Ms Flowers began to work out and follow a healthy lifestyle, before discovering a passion for weightlifting.

Since embarking on the journey, the fitness lover has not only managed to grow an impressive set of muscles — but also a huge Instagram following on her page where she calls herself Granny Guns.

The internet sensation, who boasts more than 1.5 million fans on the platform, has also entered bodybuilding competitions and has also met one of her “heroes” — Arnold Schwarzenegger, the winner of seven Mr Olympia titles.

The Pennsylvania-based nan, who also boasts an auto shop business, regularly shares fitness content, explaining there’s no reason others can’t look this good.

Uploading a wholesome snap with her idol, the former governor of California, Ms Flowers said it was all down to seven key aspects.

“Vision: Set goals and work towards them relentlessly,” she said.

“Persistence: Embrace failure as a stepping stone to success and never give up. Discipline: Consistency is key stick to your plan.

“Adaptability: Be open to change and willing to evolve. Help others: Lift others up on your journey don’t tear them down. Success is sweeter when shared.

She decided to turn her life around after getting surgery at the age of 58. Picture: granny guns/Instagram

“Self belief: Trust in yourself even when others don’t.”

She previously explained that “you do not need to have an amazing body to exercise … the goal is to feel good not look good”

Ms Flowers, whose son is a personal trainer, has also been mocked for being “too old” to work out — but she proved the doubters wrong in the best possible way, sharing clips of her lifting heavy and doing pull ups.

The viral internet nan, who bravely said she hadn’t always been this “confident”, has indeed become an inspiration for many social media users.

One said, “I don’t think I’ve ever been this intimidated by a senior citizen in my life.”

Someone else chimed in, “When I grow up I wanna be like you Granny.”

“You’re the main reason I got into the gym,” another thanked Ms Flowers.

“Granny looks better than I do,” a fourth penned.

This article originally appeared on The Sun and was reproduced with permission