During an interview on Newsmax, host Eric Bolling questioned 69-year-old Democratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about a viral video showing him working out shirtless. Bolling appeared to inquire whether Kennedy was using performance-enhancing substances, asking if there were any supplements involved in his fitness routine.
Acknowledging the video, Bolling complimented Kennedy on his physique before posing his question. Kennedy responded by explaining that he follows an “anti-aging protocol,” which includes testosterone replacement therapy using bio-identical hormones. He also mentioned taking a combination of nutrients and maintaining a regular workout regimen. However, Kennedy expressed self-consciousness about the quality of his pushups in the video and acknowledged receiving criticism for them not being genuine.
Towards the end of the interview, Bolling stated that he would contact Kennedy to discuss hormone replacement therapy and the supplements he takes before workouts. Bolling also humorously suggested that if Kennedy’s presidential aspirations did not materialize, he could potentially explore a future in the supplements industry.
“You put out a video, or someone put out a video of you working out. You were shirtless, you’re lifting some weights in Venice Beach, you look great by the way,” said Bolling during an interview with Kennedy. “I mean, look, I don’t mean to offend you. Are you just working out or is there any sort of supplement that’s going on there?”
Kennedy revealed that he is “on an anti-aging protocol” and said:
I mean, I take testosterone replacements which are appropriate for my age, they’re bio-identical to natural testosterone, and then I take a big fistful of nutrients and, you know, I just—I take good care of myself and I work out every day. Although I’m not really proud of the pushups which I’m looking at right now on your screen, and I’ve gotten a lot of criticism that those aren’t real pushups.
The exchange between Bolling and Kennedy touched on Kennedy’s fitness routine and the use of hormone replacement therapy, highlighting the interest in the candidate’s physical well-being. It’s important to note that Kennedy’s response reflected his personal choices and decisions regarding his health, and the discussion did not delve deeply into policy or political matters.
