“I fight against my mind” - Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on ‘big key’ behind his discipline and consistency

Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up on the aspects that keep him disciplined and consistent day in and day out.

Ronaldo, apart from being one of the greatest footballers of all time, is also known for being one of the most disciplined and dedicated athletes across the globe. He indulges in rigorous gym work and also takes care of his body in a minute manner.

Ronaldo's regimen has been one of the key reasons behind his exemplary longevity. However, the 39-year-old has admitted that it's not always easy to keep himself on track.

Like every other human being, Ronaldo often faces the challenge of keeping himself motivated. He recently shed light on how he manages to stay focused, saying (via WHOOP podcast):

"I fight against my mind, yes. Sometimes it happens, we are all human beings. We are not happy everyday, we are not in a good mood everytime. It's normal, it's part of us."

Ronaldo continued:

"I fight against [that feeling] to overcome it. It's a big challenge, it's when you're not willing to do something, but you still need to do it. This is why I say our mind is a box of surprises and you have to challenge yourself to be consistent."

He added:

"Nobody likes to go to the gym everyday, but you still have to do it. Your mental strength comes from that. Maybe in the beginning when you start it feels hard but after you finish the gym or cold plunge or even the training, you will feel better. I think that's the big key here."

Watch Cristiano Ronaldo speak on the WHOOP podcast:

Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to play his 6th UEFA Euro

Speaking about Cristiano Ronaldo's longevity, the Portugal captain looks all set to participate in his sixth UEFA Euro, set to take place in Germany this summer.

The Al-Nassr captain is expected to lead Portugal's attacking line after having a phenomenal campaign in the qualifiers. He scored 10 goals and provided two assists in nine appearances in the Euro 2024 qualifiers.

Cristiano Ronaldo has so far scored 14 goals in UEFA Euros, the most ever by any player. He has scored five more than Michel Platini. He is also the only player to participate in five different editions of the competition and looks set to become the first to play six Euros.