World's oldest marathon runner revealed the one food he ate daily to survive until 114th birthday

World's oldest marathon runner revealed the one food he ate daily to survive until 114th birthdayAn inspirational marathon runner revealed the secrets to his longevity after hanging up his running shoesCommentsSportAbbie Meehan Senior Sports Writer and Mark Whiley Sports Writer07:50, 21 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesFauja Singh's rigid diet helped him compete in marathons at the age of 100(Image: Jeff J Mitchell, Getty Images)Fauja Singh credited linseed and a daily cup of tea with keeping his body in good shape. With the London Marathon approaching this weekend, the thousands of runners preparing to tackle the 26.2-mile course could do well to heed Singh's words of wisdom.‌The legendary athlete rediscovered his passion for running at the age of 89 and went on to compete in marathons across the globe. Singh took part in the 2000 London Marathon and completed the 26.2-mile race in just under seven hours.‌He was reportedly the first 100-year-old to finish a marathon when he competed in Toronto in 2011, earning him the title of the world's oldest runner. Singh passed away in 2025 at the age of 114, having finally hung up his running shoes back in 2013.‌Throughout his life, he followed a strict vegetarian diet and relied on one particular superfood each day to maintain his physical well-being. Speaking to the Guardian in 2013 following his retirement, he said: "Every day I have linseed and a cup of tea."JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! All the best sports news and much more on our dedicated Facebook pageLinseed, also known as flaxseed, is rich in dietary fibre and is often available milled. According to the British Heart Foundation, the crop makes a brilliant addition to any balanced diet, as it is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids.‌Including linseed in your diet can help reduce cholesterol and boost overall heart health. Singh also relied on a range of other foods to maintain his well-being throughout his lengthy life, while...