Mediacorp’s resident “hunkle” has not slacked off his fitness routine. He still works out twice a day
The 55-year-old actor and producer with a buff physique tells The Sunday Times: “In the morning, I do sit-ups and body-weight exercises for 15 to 30 minutes.”
Zheng, who says he does close to 300 sit-ups daily, then goes about his day, which includes watching television shows and the news.
He recently binge-watched the latest season of Spanish crime series Money Heist on Netflix.
Zheng, who is also a producer, says: “It’s so good. And it’s good for research, too, to see how they film, the way they frame their shots – the details are very good. We can learn from them.”
In the evening, he exercises again – skipping and boxing a punching bag.
He says: “For people who are new to working out from home, warm up before any routine to avoid injury. For a safe start, use only your body weight for exercises – like sit-ups, push-ups and squats.”
He also recommends skipping for those who have a rope at home. “Wear sports shoes for good support,” he adds.
“Listen to your body and know your limits, but don’t give up too easily.”
Zheng – who is married to actress Hong Huifang, with two children, Tay Ying and Calvert Tay – says the family members try their best to give one another space despite being under the same roof 24/7.
He says: “If one of us wants to be in a certain space for a time – like working at the dining table – we’ll say so and the rest will know not to disturb.”
