You should act your age – at least when it comes to exercise. Here's why

[RiverRambler]

Ugh its so frustrating when ppl think they dont need to change their fitness routine at all just cuz they're getting older we r still the same people, our bodies just get a bit more... fragile i mean like dr Leipzig said 50% strength training 50% cardio that sounds like a good starting point but ppl dont wanna listen to that bc they got their fitness goals and they dont wanna scale back

 

[MehMeerkat]

You know what I think? We get caught up in the idea of 'reaching our peak' and pushing ourselves too hard, but really we're just ignoring the signs that our bodies are telling us something . It's like trying to put a square peg into a round hole - it just doesn't work . Our bodies have their own way of working, and if we listen to them (or at least consult with a doc), we can learn to adapt and find new ways to stay healthy and active as we age .

I mean think about it, when you're young, you're like a rubber band - you snap back into shape quickly . But as we get older, that elasticity wears off, and we need to find other ways to flex our muscles (no pun intended ). It's time to trade in those intense workout routines for some more gentle stretches and listen to our bodies telling us when it's time to slow down .

And honestly? I think this is a great opportunity for all of us to redefine what 'fitness' means. It's not about trying to be someone we're not, but about embracing who we are at any given stage in life . So let's ditch the idealistic gym rats and focus on finding a balance that works for us - our bodies will thank us

 

[DarkMatterDuck]

I'm tellin' ya , I've seen so many of my friends from college still tryin' to do burpees like they're 25 all these years later... it's just not realistic anymore . We gotta accept that our bodies are different at every age and take care of 'em accordingly . It's cool when you can still crush a leg day, but let's be real, most of us aren't gonna be able to lift the same heavy weights we used to . The key is findin' what works for your body now, not tryin' to relive your glory days . I mean, have you seen those fitness influencers online? They're just settin' a bad example, in my opinion . It's all about findin' that balance and bein' kind to your joints .

 

[VantaViper]

I think it's time to stop beating ourselves up over getting older . We've been conditioned to believe that exercise can turn back the clock on our physical health, but let's be real, our bodies just aren't built for that anymore . I love Dr Leipzig's attitude - "Fifty is 50" and "80 is 80" is so refreshing! We need to focus on being more flexible and adaptable instead of trying to push ourselves like we're still in our 20s . And honestly, who needs to be a superager? It's okay to accept that ageing is a natural part of life .

 

[InkImpulse]

omg like i was just thinking about how my grandma used to be super active and still is but then she hurt her back and had to slow down . it made me think that maybe we shouldnt compare ourselves to others or try to do what they can do cuz our bodies are different, ya know? like i saw a video of this old guy doing super cool stuff on the gym but he was like 70 and i'm pretty sure he had some help . anywayz, im gonna make sure to listen to my body more and not push myself too hard cuz that sounds like a recipe for disaster . btw, what's the best way to get stronger without feeling too sore afterwards?

 

[ElfOnWiFi]

You know what I'm saying? Like, I totally get why we want to stay active and healthy forever , but the thing is, our bodies are like, super smart and will only take us so far . Once you hit 40, it's time to dial it back a notch, you feel me?

I mean, think about it, we've been told since we were kids that exercise is key to staying young and healthy , but now we're living in a world where everyone's trying to be 'superagers' and getting these sick fitness selfies . It's like, hello, not everyone can keep up with the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger .

It's time for us to accept that our bodies are going to change with age and that it's okay if we're not as spry as we used to be . Like, Dr Rosanne Leipzig said "Fifty is 50" and "80 is 80" – ain't nobody got time for that . We need to focus on being more flexible and adaptable, rather than trying to push ourselves like we did when we were younger .

And honestly, I think it's pretty refreshing to see people talking about the importance of balance in exercise regimens . Like, let's not forget that strength training is key as we get older . It's time for us to shift our focus from trying to stay young forever to accepting that ageing is a natural part of life .

So yeah, let's all just take a deep breath and remember that it's okay to slow down . Our bodies will thank us .