June 11, 2025, 2:01 am | Read time: 4 minutes
Hard to believe, but American rock legend Bruce Springsteen is now 75! Even more remarkable is how well “The Boss” is holding up. One of the reasons for this is said to be his diet, which even Coldplay frontman Chris Martin looks up to as a model.
Rockstar Bruce Springsteen apparently has no interest in retirement. In November 2022, he released his 21st studio album, “Only the Strong Survive,” and went on a world tour. This year, Bruce Springsteen is performing again, including concerts in Germany. The 20-time Grammy winner, known as “The Boss,” has been on stage for nearly 60 years. An incredible achievement that even fellow musicians like Coldplay frontman Chris Martin (48) respect. Martin reportedly sought dietary advice from Bruce Springsteen himself to stay on stage for a few more decades. We took a look at what those tips are.
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Overview
Chris Martin Impressed by Bruce Springsteen
While the aging process cannot be stopped, we can significantly influence how we age. Bruce Springsteen is living proof of this. He is also a role model for other musicians like Chris Martin, who, with his band Coldplay, is among the most successful rock stars. Chris Martin, the ex-husband of actress Gwyneth Paltrow, is known for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Although the now 48-year-old doesn’t seem to need fitness tips from others, Bruce Springsteen has apparently impressed him with his fitness.
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The Secret Is Skipping Dinner and Breakfast
In a 2023 interview with American talk show host Conan O’Brien, Chris Martin revealed that he no longer eats dinner. The reason was a lunch meeting with rock legend Bruce Springsteen. Although Martin was on a diet himself, he could hardly believe that Bruce Springsteen seemed to be in better shape than he was. Springsteen’s wife, who was also present at the lunch, revealed that the 75-year-old no longer eats dinner or breakfast. This impressed Martin so much that he now only eats once a day.
OMAD Diet: Eating Only Within One Hour Daily
This type of diet is known as the OMAD diet. OMAD stands for the American phrase “One Meal a Day.” In German, it means “one meal daily.” This meal should preferably be consumed at midday within a one-hour window. It is one of the most extreme forms of intermittent fasting, as fasting is extended to 23 hours within a 24-hour period. But why this restriction? Simply put: to save calories and tap into the body’s fat reserves.
With just one healthy meal a day, you consume fewer calories than you burn. This means you are constantly in a so-called calorie deficit, which activates fat burning. Bruce Springsteen apparently wants to counteract the natural increase in body fat in old age. In a 2021 interview for an Apple Music format, he admitted that he no longer trains as hard. A bit of weightlifting and a lot of movement in everyday life are part of his routine. But by far the most important thing is diet. It accounts for 90 percent of staying fit, he explained. “I don’t eat too much and I don’t eat unhealthy,” Bruce Springsteen said. Only occasionally does he allow himself to “indulge.”
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Bruce Springsteen’s Diet Not Recommended for Everyone
The dietary secret of Bruce Springsteen and Chris Martin sounds extremely simple: eat one meal a day. And it should be as healthy as possible. Additionally, no calorie-laden drinks are allowed. But there’s a catch. It’s very difficult to meet the entire nutritional requirement with just one meal within a one-hour window. Whether the two rock stars also take supplements like vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, or protein shakes is unknown.
For example, if you want to build muscle mass, you won’t succeed with one meal a day. Caution is also advised when losing weight. Constant fasting can lead to muscle loss, making the body look more emaciated than well-defined. OMAD may work for some people like Bruce Springsteen, but this highly reduced form of diet is generally not recommended over a long period. It’s best to consult a doctor beforehand to ensure it doesn’t harm your health rather than benefit it.