Ozzy Osbourne Trains for Final Black Sabbath Concert July 5 in Birmingham

Ozzy Osbourne has begun intensive endurance and weight training to prepare for his upcoming 'Back To The Beginning' concert, scheduled for July 5 at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, which will mark his final live performance. After a seven-year hiatus from performing due to multiple surgeries and ongoing health issues, Osbourne described his regimen as 'starting from scratch,' focusing on regaining stamina through daily walks and weightlifting. This highly anticipated event will see a reunion of the original Black Sabbath lineup for the first time in two decades, alongside performances from major metal acts such as Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Lamb of God, Mastodon, and Anthrax. Osbourne emphasized that, while he won't play a full set with Black Sabbath, he will participate in select moments during the show. Despite recent challenges, including a Parkinson's diagnosis, Osbourne expressed determination to 'wake up his body' and return to the stage for this farewell event. Tickets for the all-day festival sold out rapidly, underscoring its significance in rock and metal history.