Rio Ferdinand has showed off his ripped physique while working out in the Dubai desert as he revealed his strict exercise regime. The former footballer, 47, displayed his impressive six-pack in a shoot for Men's Health as he performed upper body workouts. Rio showed off his agility and stamina in the new snaps as he wore just a pair of purple gym shorts. Instead of a typical gym background, the dad-of-five swapped it for the sandy Arabian desert. It's okay to have one or two weeks where you're at each other, you're butting heads a bit.'

Source: Daily Mail February 12, 2026 15:35 UTC