People over 40

[JRT6]

I don't want to look good to attract a younger woman. Most women in my parts are attracted to a nice car and money which neither I don't have. I do have a great looking body, but I can't go around with just a pair of gym shoes, gym trunks, and a sweat band on. Older women like sex too.

I bet you just whip out that ole Taichishlong and the women just drop to their knees.

[Foker]

Hey guys/gals

Wow, it has been a very long time since I have come here. I use to come here all the time. Now, I am looking for motivation. I had a huge curve ball sent my way, learning that I had a child with a life long illness that could possibly shorten his life by 50 years. So depression hit me hard. I also got hit with a hormonal imbalance, which I am sure several guys over the age of 40 know exactly what I mean. Mine went as low as 130 on the total Testosterone and about 0.5 on the Free. My muscles were literally withering away. Strength gains went way down. My libido was completely zilch. I could have had Megan Fox come in the room whisper in my ear all a guy wants to hear, jump and do the splits while landing. I would have shrugged and said "Meh". Yes I was that bad. Now, after seeing my endocrinologist and finally getting something done about my body I am ready to get off my ass and do something.

Anyone else have something like this happen or maybe a tragic event in ones life whether it be depression, lost a loved one, accident that sent you spiraling into the abyss. But now you have come out and are on top again? Need to hear stories like that. I am 42 and I know there is hope out there, just need the inspiration.

Edit:
By the way, I lost my original sign in info, but I had well over 3k posts when I was really into body building. That was over 7 years ago. Did they change the forums awhile back?

[Sunka]

I am not as fast as I used to be when I was younger, and the metabolism slowed down quite abit after major back surgery however I have noticed that I am bigger and stronger than I used to be. I figure with all the miles on me no sense in trying to run the sprint. I will just keep myself going for the long haul.

[MadCatLady]

I'm loving this thread. Before I came to this site I thought I had a good body for 41, seeing all you guys looking amazing is totally inspirational and I'm much less worried that it's all gonna go south in a couple more years! I've just returned from the gym and can't help feeling a little pride in being able to lift twice what the 25 year old bimbos can. I don't feel 41 at all, I run a couple of times a week with my boyfriend and he always tires first, haha. And he is 24 :-P

[Jigfish]

I'm 47 and people in the gym ask me where I get my energy. I wake up at 4am and ready to go workout. Feeling stronger then ever and better shape. Working toward doing my 1st show hopefully this summer. Still looking for a coach to help me out.

[Stevescull]

Hey, so my dad recently retired from work and doesn't have much to do besides wait for the golf courses to open up again. I want to take him to the gym, but I'm not sure exactly what I should start him out with. He's in his early 60's about 5'7" 282 lbs so yeah we gotta work on weight loss. Of course, he's gotta get the go-ahead from his doctor first, but does anybody have any ideas on how to safely lose weight/get fit for someone his age and weight?

[drtbear67]

After he is cleared by his Doctor, just have him do some of the basic. At first I would use all machine for him. Just have a game plan and don't let him be like some of the people in my gym that just walk from machine to machine.

[drtbear67]

Keep hitting it hard and show the bimbos what you got!!!

[btamol]

Reading thru this thread is funny stuff, I think the 40+ need to make working out/diet a way of life at least to stick around a long time for the people that care about them. And not get thier a** kicked by thier kids...lol

[Menschie]

Hey guys/gals
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Anyone else have something like this happen or maybe a tragic event in ones life whether it be depression, lost a loved one, accident that sent you spiraling into the abyss. But now you have come out and are on top again? Need to hear stories like that. I am 42 and I know there is hope out there, just need the inspiration.
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Hey man, that is rough. I guess one of your inspirations is being the best Dad you can for your family and that is awesome that you're on the path to getting better health-wise. Never been through anything like you have but I'm also 42 and just starting hitting the weights hard last year. After having an almost crippling lower back injury for 5 years and going through chiro, physio, specialists, etc. etc. it was finally bodybuilding that has all but fixed my back! Not bad considering that the prognosis was leading towards an eventual handicap! A miracle really. A great reminder that we don't just do this as a vain hobby. You'll do awesome man and all the best to you and your family!

[Taichichuan]

I bet you just whip out that ole Taichishlong and the women just drop to their knees.

I do get the "You're going to put that inside me"? Along with the gasping hands over face.

[Taichichuan]

reading thru this thread is funny stuff, i think the 40+ need to make working out/diet a way of life at least to stick around a long time for the people that care about them. And not get thier a** kicked by thier kids...lol

lol

[Taichichuan]

I'm loving this thread. Before I came to this site I thought I had a good body for 41, seeing all you guys looking amazing is totally inspirational and I'm much less worried that it's all gonna go south in a couple more years! I've just returned from the gym and can't help feeling a little pride in being able to lift twice what the 25 year old bimbos can. I don't feel 41 at all, I run a couple of times a week with my boyfriend and he always tires first, haha. And he is 24 :-P

You are quite fortunate. There's just something about older women.

[Taichichuan]

Yep

Looking good or should I say Delicious! lol

[jett69]

I will turn 40 next month. I will admit, I took it really really really hard when I turned 35...not sure why. I love where I am now. I'm calmer, wiser, richer, and life is just better. i read more books now than I ever have. I understand things better. I watched more History channel than MTV. I was fascinated with the show, The Men Who Built America. I would of slept through that show in college. Looking back, I dont know why i was just some dumb, stupid, cocky kid.

[drtbear67]

Agree!!

[drtbear67]

I will turn 40 next month. I will admit, I took it really really really hard when I turned 35...not sure why. I love where I am now. I'm calmer, wiser, richer, and life is just better. i read more books now than I ever have. I understand things better. I watched more History channel than MTV. I was fascinated with the show, The Men Who Built America. I would of slept through that show in college. Looking back, I dont know why i was just some dumb, stupid, cocky kid.

Looking back, it is easy to understand the saying " Youth is wasted on the Youth".

[jcpeyton]

I'm in. Looks like I just make the cut. Been working out for over 20yrs and quite honestly I planning for this to be my best year yet!

[ColonelKlenk]

Just hit the gym after a 3 week lay off, already sore! All I did was high reps with low weight, welcome to the wonderful 40s! Maybe the 12 hour drinking marathon on Christmas day didn't help too though, I feel every one of my 43 years today.

I'm with ya on that one!

[jmhai]

Guess I fit right in the middle of this group. At 45 I should be hitting my midlife crisis in a couple years.. Hope to be in much better shape by then so I can enjoy them.. Proper diet and a 3-day split with 1 maybe 2 days of cardio in between is what I'm doing now.. Has anybody had their testosterone and gh levels checked? Is 45 to soon to start worrying about this stuff?

[drtbear67]

I have had my T levels checked and I have been on HRT for the last several years. Makes a huge difference and I feel much better overall. I still have to deal with the back pain, but that is for the rest of my life.

[DrStriation]

Post-op appointment today, was once again told that I was in remarkable shape and that I could run and jog for the next 3 weeks along with upper body exercises. No decline wt. crunches, wt. dips, chins and pull-ups for about 4 to 5 weeks, however. While not quite the same as kicking butt, guess it'll be awhile before I'm back to embarrassing some of the younger guys at the gym.

What was it op for? Sorry for asking hope it's kay

[HoustonTXMuscle]

What was it op for? Sorry for asking hope it's kay

Just a hernia op. Went well. Am back working with my coach. Switched FTPs and now in my second week of PHAT.

[DrStriation]

Just a hernia op. Went well. Am back working with my coach. Switched FTPs and now in my second week of PHAT.

Hi sir, thanks for the rep much needed!! Best of wishes to u and it recovery! Hernia doesn't found too bad and Phat gets rave reviews here. Might PM you in a fortnight to pick your brains!

[lefield]

I can't address changes in training as asked way at the start since I just started weightlifting. However, I have enjoyed the start of this activity immensely. My main gym is at work which is military related. It is funny watching the reactions to when some of us "geezers" in the work force come to the gym and start working out when new troops are there the first time or two. They appear used to seeing older folks just going through the motions for some reason. In talks with one, I informed him that if I was going to just go through the motions, I could probably find something less taxing :-) I've started partnering with him once he figured out that I likley wasn;t going to slow him up

[KenB3535]

Hey All,

45 here and just started back in the gym about two weeks ago. I was very athletic in high school and college and Army but have just gotten lazier and more sedentary of the course of the last 20 years. I've not been in a weight room and worked out since the early 90's. Finally decided I was sick and tired of being fat and out of shape. I've been reading so much information it has just about made my head swim. I did go into the workout section and found a "beginner" workout for folks over 40 posted by Alex Stuart. I have also started taking a T booster, multivitamin, fish oil and glucosamine as well as a post workout mix. I've literally gone through two full weeks with the 3 days training and breaks as indicated on the plan. I've totally changed my diet and now eating high protein foods and only healthy foods. I've been pretty sore obviously since I went from nothing to lifting, but I must say it is the best feeling soreness I've felt in years. Now I've just got to stay motivated and push through until I can start physically seeing some changes with my body. I'm trying to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. Any information or motivation is most welcome. Hoping to see a new me by the end of the year. I know it's going to take some time.

[Dave4D]

Just checking in, here.

I'm 43. About 5 years ago I was doing great, then ran into marriage problems. Anger fueled some great lifts, but I quickly lost interest in my workouts, and usually left before I was halfway through my routine. Depression set in, and I stopped working out all together.

This time around has been a little tougher. Sore knees when I run. About a week and a half ago, I strained my shoulder doing bench presses.... It sucks getting old, but the weight has come off quickly, and I'm slowly making gains in most lifts. Started doing Starting Strength about a month ago, wondering if all the assistance work I had been doing before was the reason I hadn't injured my shoulder before, or if it was something else.

[jmhai]

I have had my T levels checked and I have been on HRT for the last several years. Makes a huge difference and I feel much better overall. I still have to deal with the back pain, but that is for the rest of my life.

I am able to get certain test done at work for free though the nurse practioner and she said T is one so will, but not HGH or the like.. If my T is fine should the HGH be ok too? Or not connected in that respect?

[rpay10324]

if its one thing I have learned about lifting as you get older is be smart, If it hurts stop...use good form...full movements...only go as heavy as you can handle BY YOURSELF...you control the weights...they don't control you....i wish i knew all this 25 yrs ago....LOL

[Taichichuan]

I have had my T levels checked and I have been on HRT for the last several years. Makes a huge difference and I feel much better overall. I still have to deal with the back pain, but that is for the rest of my life.

I get a blood test done quarterly to check on my testosterone levels. I been on TRT for 3 years thus far and I feel great mentally, physically, I have to deal with chronic pain from osteoarthritis and lower back pain as well.