“I finally enjoy life”

Daniel Ricciardo, now far from Formula 1 circuits, clearly says that a return to F1 is not on the agenda. Nevertheless, The 36 -year -old Australian. For example, who had been linked to the Cadillac project for 2026 for a time, is now enjoying a more serene life, far from the stress and constraints of motorsport.

After years of strict regimes. precise physical objectives imposed by competition, Ricciardo rediscovers the pleasure of training for itself: “Before, everything revolved around weight management and calories. Now I play sports simply to stay in shape, for my well-being.”

He particularly savor the freedom to be able to raise weights, a practice formerly limited by the requirements of F1.

“It is a real pleasure to regain bodybuilding. I feel stronger and better health. I eat what I want and I move when I want, without pressure.”

No more strict diets. place to balance – "i finally enjoy life"

The pilot admits that he no longer weighs his food or following a draconian diet: “I just pay a little more attention to my protein intake and recovery.”

And he even tries his hand in the kitchen: “I’m still a novice. but preparing my meals myself and knowing what I eat does me good.”

Ricciardo also adopted meditation. refocused on himself, finding a balance that he had not previously had: “I appreciate my own company more and I am more present for others.”

Far from the incessant journeys. constant pressure, he now benefits from life between his native region of Australia-Western and moments shared with pilot friends like Oscar Piastri or George Russell.

Less trips. more health

The frantic pace of F1 trips had often put his health to the test, with many diseases related to the lag jet and fatigue.

“Today. even if I still take the plane, I feel much better thanks to better lifestyle, sleep and food supplements” he concludes.