Danica Patrick is proving that retirement doesn't mean slowing down. The 45-year-old former racing star, who hung up her helmet in 2018, is currently soaking up the sun in Santorini, Greece—and she's bringing her signature intensity along for the ride.
On Thursday, August 13, Patrick took to Instagram to share a post-workout photo that has fans and followers doing a double take. Dressed in yoga pants and a sports top, she's seen against the stunning backdrop of the Greek island, captioning the shot: "Santorini is stunning…. Probably the most beautiful elevated hotel view I have ever seen! 😍"
The photo showcases Patrick's dedication to fitness, a commitment she's maintained long after her days on the track. From weight lifting and cardio to golf, tennis, and skiing, the former IndyCar and NASCAR driver has kept her routine diverse and challenging.
Patrick has never been one to shy away from a creative workout. In a previous social media post, she detailed a compound movement routine inspired by trainer Tanya Poppett, complete with pillows as props. "I looooove making up workouts. Kinda like I love putting an outfit together for dinner just as much as I like going to dinner. I like the creativity about it. The balance, the flow," she shared, emphasizing the fun she finds in staying active.
Her Santorini adventure wasn't just about fitness, though. Patrick described hiking (or rather, climbing) questionable mountains, indulging in the best food of the trip, learning about Greek wine, and discovering that Greek cats have a fondness for feta cheese—which she happily fed them. She also humorously noted the importance of packing light in Europe, given the hilly terrain, and mentioned that her companion Stew, despite his fascination with fancy food, prefers the comfort of steak and potatoes.
This latest post is just one example of Patrick's "Pretty Intense" philosophy, a principle she explores in her book. "Intensity is a principle that has guided and informed me throughout every aspect of my life. Living a Pretty Intense life means living to the fullest, body and mind, every single day," she writes. "I try to do everything with intensity—meaning without distraction, without self-focused doubt or fear, without the need to seek approval from others."
Patrick's dedication to her fitness and lifestyle continues to inspire her followers, and this vacation snapshot is no exception. It's clear that even at 45, she's living life on her own terms, and her fans are loving every moment of it. For more on Patrick's active lifestyle, check out her cowgirl photo that previously drove fans wild.
As the comments roll in, one thing is certain: Danica Patrick knows how to make an entrance, whether on the track or on a Greek island. And with her unyielding commitment to intensity, she's showing that age is just a number when it comes to living life to the fullest.
