Fitness as we age

[Blackmagic71]

I don’t have any specific concerns, but I’ve noticed the closer I get to 40 the more I find long term health is on my mind.

My plan is less real heavy squat/bench type exercises, more general hand dumbbell stuff, lunges, core, and more low impact cardio - typically biking, rowing, or inclined treadmill.

Also getting more serious about tracking calories and eating better quality food. The last decade or so I’ve held fairly steady around 215-220 lbs. If I could drop to maybe 190 and maintain my current muscle mass I’d feel pretty optimistic about the future.

Plus if I drop a few pounds my ski gear will fit a lot more comfortably. 🤣

[TouchofGrey]

Made the decision to get the new hip on November 12th to get me going again.

[Carp]

May you enjoy your time in the Wal-Mart electric trash cart, during your healing journey.😋...good speed with the future recovery. 😉

[TouchofGrey]

Well, hip replacement on hold as I severed rotator cuff tendon in left arm and waiting for shoulder replacement surgery. No gym for a while but at least I do passive arm excersizes and can walk and use recumbant bike. I think it's time for me to liquidate my paintball gear. I played for 40 years so I'm good. A great ride since 1984.

[un2xs]

You might want to hold onto your gear for a while. Modern medicine can have wonderful results, especially when you get proper followup therapy. Give it some time and see how you heal up. Once sold you can rarely get that one particular gun back.

[cellophane]

I have a buddy that is a PT, and while talking about similar issues his statement was: Everyone should do yoga every day. Do as I say, not as I do.

I can say from experience- doing yoga is amazing. I need to get back to it, but again- do as I say?

[sickmak90]

While I'm not old, I'm almost 40 & I'm seeing/feeling stuff change with my body. I've gained 30lbs in the past year or so & my endurance is way down. I need to fix that.

Three things I've done in the past that have helped get my butt back into shape was drink more water, cut the sugar, and calisthenics. I feel like those three things can work well at any age.

Have you had your testosterone checked? I got on TRT at 39 and it’s been a game changer. I’m leaner than I was when I was in my 20s. If it wasn’t for pre existing injuries I think I’d be stronger as well.

[glaman5266]

I've never considered that. Perhaps I'll look into it. Thank you.

[sickmak90]

How I’m currently looking at 40. Looking to get lean enough for abs for the first time.

[TouchofGrey]

I miss the gym. It's been 10 days since shoulder replacement surgery. I can perform some passive exersizes. As time progesses I'll move on to PT. Long road ahead but I need to drive it forward, build up my arm and get back to an active lifestyle. I have a goal to play a few games in 2026 but as for now I need to keep my mind busy and look ahead to future state. I will survive.