Can I experience muscle growth in my late 40's?

[fitforty]

I'm 48 now and I've been doing my time in the gym. Can I experience muscle growth at my age? Any comments would be appreciated.

[thebigguy1]

I'm 48 now and I've been doing my time in the gym. Can I experience muscle growth at my age? Any comments would be appreciated.

In my opinion, yes. Is it easy? No. BUT, again it is possible and don't let anyone tell you otherwise!

It will require a lot of of reasl work and laser like planning, and as we are both older, checking into options such as HRT, a nutritionist, etc etc.

It can be done, but it definitely cannot be done haphazardly.

Good luck!

Ron III---III

[Do_Somethin]

Well, at least he didn't ask if it was possible past 35... We're moving up now...

[jtroster]

Yes. I'm experiencing it and I'm 58.

[blkbelt42]

I'm 48 now and I've been doing my time in the gym. Can I experience muscle growth at my age? Any comments would be appreciated.

of course!! depends how hard you bust your ass,
eat right and on your genetics as to how much and
how far you'll go. I started at 42, 44 now and almost
2 years in and I've made allot of gains in just over a
year and a half.

[paddry69]

I have really been surprised at the gains I've made over the past couple months. I guess I never thought that a 40 year old could do this. It has been a slow go for me at times...sore joints, etc., but I think it's still worth the effort. I really hate to say it, but I just might actually be in better shape now than when I was in my 20's. Keep up the hard work, it will pay off for you.

[XX400EX]

I read in muscle and fitness back in the 80's Ronald Reagon put 2 inches on his chest while he was pres.

[Nodeal]

I say yes.We may be older,but we're much more wiser.

[V-Robb]

You bet your a$$!! In fact, where did my a$$ go...???

All kidding aside, definitely can do, look at all us maniacs doing it 'past our prime'. Ha! I say...

[X-ring]

Yup, eat &eat.... Creatine, whey protein, water/milk. 2 hrs a day hittin' the iron. You get out whatcha put into it. I got good gains fast.

[oldsuperman]

If you really want to.... Do you? REALLY want too?

[thomasale]

Naaaaaaaaaaaaa...we're all just here looking for sumthin ta do...old farts that we are.!!

[agouger]

Im 52 and showing results. Im new to the sport but quickly becoming adicted.

[bodyhard]

Well, at least he didn't ask if it was possible past 35... We're moving up now...

LMFAO!!!! Yep it is starting to click!

[pmartel]

I'm putting on muscle at 51 and ONLY started back in November.

Now I'm more curious to see how far I can go.

Yes a little harder as we get older, but other's like me who have started late can show that BIG gains can be made so in answer to the O/P a big YES!!!

[JC480]

I'm 48 now and I've been doing my time in the gym. Can I experience muscle growth at my age? Any comments would be appreciated.

Absolutely. Judging by the picture you posted, I'm surprised you even ask this question.

The human body can add muscle at virtually ANY age with resistance training and proper nutrition. Pubmed this question and see for yourself.

[fitforty]

Thanks JS 480, but you know how it is. Someone may think you are fit/muscular, but you always want more. I think we can be our worst critic.

[Karl_Hungus]

of course!! depends how hard you bust your ass,
eat right and on your genetics as to how much and
how far you'll go. I started at 42, 44 now and almost
2 years in and I've made allot of gains in just over a
year and a half.

According to your stats, you are benching 405, squatting 440 and deadlifting 450. Getting to that level after only 2 years of training is phenomenal progress to say the least! A person of any age would be thrilled with those results, and goes to show that you don't need to break out the rocking chair and walker just because you turn 40.

I read in muscle and fitness back in the 80's Ronald Reagon put 2 inches on his chest while he was pres.

Yeah, I remember watching an interview with Reagan. He began lifting weights as part of his physical therapy after being shot....and in the process, he actually grew out of his old shirts!

[BergMuscle]

The short answer: H*LL YES!

For proof just click on to Bodyspace pages of some of the folks posting here and on other threads in the Over 35 forum.

I'm 52 and bigger and stronger than I have ever been in my life - and I can tell I'm still growing.

[Baldiewonkanobi]

I just came back from a great Fathers Day dinner at my son's home (he is older than you) and he asked how much lean muscle I planned on adding (I'm natural) this comming year before I step on stage July 2010 at the Over 70 Nationals. Told him I was hoping for 10 pounds but realisticly will settle settle for 6. 5 pounds in my legs 1 pound in my arms. This past 2 1/2 years I have broken 3 bones in my leg, tore a groin muscle and got arthritic gout.

Think you can do it??

Baldie

[Dutchman]

Good to see you have the interest. Now you need to work on the patience and dedication. If you succeed, you will change your life and positively affect all those around you. There is something about doing it when all you have ever heard were negative comments about this impossible dream. If you really want it you will experience a narcotic like rush of controlling your own potential, your own destriny. You see there is no age barrier, that's just an excuse from those without your willpower, your drive. God willing, as your physical strength grows, you too will touch some of those around you who will turn to you for advice and leadership because of the success and knowledge they see in you. I'm coming up on 68 and those who see me in the gym, at the pool or on the tee, ask how, and then exercise, diet and supplementation become topics of interest. Last month I crushed a 5 wood 280 yds. Today my playing partner called to say he decided to go for it and just recieved his Cissus from BB.com for his joint problems. He expects his Fish Oil tomorrow for his congestive heart problems. If he improves like dozens of my friends and family, my original persuit of adding strength and muscle will have added one more dividend to the sweat equity I pay in the gym. If Baldie and I and others our age can still improve, then you have decades of potential that only you can tap. Go for it and enjoy! Viel Glueck!

[tonni]

Hope so or I wouldn't be doing this..

[Capt_Lou]

Yup, eat &eat.... Creatine, whey protein, water/milk. 2 hrs a day hittin' the iron. You get out whatcha put into it. I got good gains fast.

Creatine is optional, whole real foods is where it is at, plus 2 hours is way too long. I am in the gym no longer than 1 hour 15 minutes. 1 hour 45 minutes when I am doing cardio after.

[salatheel]

Have you worked out in the past? I ask this because muscle does have a memory. If you had developed muscle mass through lifting in the past it will be much easier to realize gains now.

[jocdat]

Let's just say that you MAY NOT experience any muscle growth but simply maintain what you have, is that gonna stop you from going to the gym? If not, then you got the right attitude!

[redweston]

OH YEAAAAAA !!!!!, and all the above !

I love to give the 30 year old 's at the gym a hard time, I tell em there just jealous cause I could be their old man and look twice as good as them !

Keeponpumpin- -Powerhouserred

[NorwichGrad]

I read in muscle and fitness back in the 80's Ronald Reagon put 2 inches on his chest while he was pres.

I miss President Reagan. The Gipper was an amazing American Leader. But I digress.

Back to the topic at hand. YES.. I have been training a 43 year old male. He was a skinny, fat dude. He had spaghetti arms and a big freakin' gut. He looked like a pregnant troll.

12 weeks later, he lost 25 pounds of fat and gained 10 pounds of lean body mass.

SO YEAH, MAN! Like the others said, you gotta bust your ass. Good luck.

[halfbaked]

I was out of shape at 45 and am now 48 and still putting on muscle. You have to work hard and smart. The goal is to stay in the game. Good luck dude. Pay attention to what your body is telling you.

[DatsunKing1]

you probably won't have the results like a testosterone raging teen, but yes it would be possible, and is very much so. don't let anything stop you!!

Nutrition and hard work = muscle.

Best of luck,
DK1

P.S. many members of this section are very impressive for their age. even more motivation for me

[massbuildah]

Oh hell yes bro....ditto to those who say it's a bit harder but it is definitely possible!
Get those calories up and keep em clean, work hard and commit to it full on....!