Candace Cameron Bure Is Determined To Be In The ‘Best Shape Of Her Life’ As She Nears 50

Candace Cameron Bure is seriously preparing to hit a milestone age. As she recently turned 49, the actress is already looking ahead with purpose, planning to be in what she calls the best shape of her life by the time she turns 50. Despite a packed filming schedule and other roles in life, Candace is still putting everything in place to ensure she ages well.

The Growing Pains star has been busy with back-to-back productions, including her latest holiday movie, Timeless Tidings of Joy, and the new Ainsley McGregor Mysteries series. However, she is also eager to refocus on her fitness routine, which has temporarily taken a backseat due to long shooting days.

Candace Cameron Bure’s approach to aging

Candace recently shared that wellness is no longer about appearances but longevity. She began taking fitness seriously in her early 30s, and now her mind is filled with gratitude and strength. She revealed that health is about honoring her body and staying capable, “not so much from a vanity point of view, but like, you know, I wanna be able to open the peanut butter jar when I’m 80, and I need grip strength for that.”

Candace Cameron Bure also noted that she encourages movement in all forms rather than sticking strictly to a gym routine. That includes roller skating, biking, and other childhood joys that now serve as fun ways to stay fit. She is also interested in being active with her family, because staying physically strong is her way of preparing for the years ahead.

Ongoing movie projects

Outside of her health journey, Candace is also excited about her movie projects. After years of success with Aurora Teagarden Mysteries, she is back to other works. The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries introduces fans to crime-solving, this time led by a criminologist-turned-crafter navigating small-town life.

Candace also recently teamed up with her daughter, Natasha, 26, for Timeless Tidings of Joy, a holiday film that blends time travel and heartfelt family themes. She shared that working with her daughter has been a meaningful experience, and she values the chance to share advice from her four decades in the industry while also watching Natasha carve her own path.