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How do we know how well we're aging?
Aging Well | Last Active: May 18 3:59pm | Replies (15)Comment receiving replies
Spend time doing activities with guys in your age cohort and you will observe
a wide variation in fitness and activity capabilities. Your weight loss is the best
priority. We have a golf group in our seventies weekly. Most of them ride carts.
When we talk among our foursome that walks we find we all work out as you do.
Exercise, even walking 30 minutes 5 days a week is key. Mediterranean diet and good sleep habits are very important for aging healthfully and avoiding
cognitive decline. Socializing is also beneficial. Knowledge about your medications and side effects is very important. Find an interested primary
doctor and maintain an interest in your care.
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I think everyone's tolerance will vary. I'm 81 and worked out most of my life. Here recently, I thought everything was ok. While working out, push-ups, light weight lifting, lat-machine, again light weights. I pulled a muscle in my back. No strain just a normal workout with light weights and push-ups (10). That's been 1.5 months ago. I'm just getting over it. Lesson learned:
You don't have to overwork an old body to get laid up. I have found that in my case, moderation is key. Don't work out every day like a machine. Work out and give your body a rest to recuperate. At 81 that's my suggestion. To pull something and be laid up is not worth the effort. I'm 5'8 and weigh 150 lbs. Sorta skinny. So moderation is my goal. My body demands it. Don't hurt yourself. Remember, everyone's circumstances are different and moderation is key. Also, before I go, listen to your GP.