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for us older generation what do you do to keep fit

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire

i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

I've been very lax recently but will get back into walking and using resistance bands. Gardening season is upon us too that is great exercise

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By *inister_SpinsterWoman
over a year ago

Manchester(ish).

I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age.

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"I've been very lax recently but will get back into walking and using resistance bands. Gardening season is upon us too that is great exercise "
.. it certainly is.

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age. "
.. i agree,,

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

stockport

Yoga and pilates

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups"

How is 56 an older generation, come on fella you aren't old yet

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"Yoga and pilates "
.. i must have a go at yoga..

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By *ubmissiveman2uMan
over a year ago

Cheshire

Lots of walking and manual work in the week so keeps me eating chocolate ??????

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age. "

Very true but I'm too darn lazy and not at all motivated.

I really want to retain flexibility, muscle strength and most of all balance as I get older though. I freely admit to being inconsistent

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By *ucka39Man
over a year ago

Newcastle

House work, gardening, weights, resistance bands these add that additional bit after weights

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups

How is 56 an older generation, come on fella you aren't old yet "
.. 57 next week no your right not old yet thinking positive..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I swim 3,4 times a week,IV been ill this week's so I've missed it,I love swimming it's keeping weight off me (at least 50 length per sesh) and the most important it's great for mental health.

If you struggle with anxiety or depression please try swimming to help you,I cant recommend it enough,I feel 10 times better after a session,sorry for the lecture

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire

swimming such a great exercise,,

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By *eeliciouschaosWoman
over a year ago

Wherever

Intermittent fasting, restricted carbohydrates, zero sugar, zero gluten, green vegetables, no alcohol, yoga, walking, grounding, meditation, breath work, gratitude.

Sometimes I fall miserably but I keep going

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Qi Gong

Low impact cardio

Yoga

Walking

Swimming.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done

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By *agertha73Couple
over a year ago

Cardiff

Powerlifting.

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By *opetop4UMan
over a year ago

Aberdeen

I cycle nine miles a day on my work commute, run twice a week, lift weights and have an allotment.

If you want some inspiration, look up yesterday's BBC news for North East Scotland. A fifty six year old has just finished his training as a new recruit in the fire service.

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done "
.. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Wank

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Walking my dog mostly, three times a day and it seems to be working. However, I don't think of myself as older (though others will) and unless I see a mirror I tend to think that I am my 28 year old former self (ok, sometimes I may think 42, but that is the answer to everything).

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"Wank "
.. oh eck will end up with big arms..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done .. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,"

Thank you but the damage is done now.

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By *ucka39Man
over a year ago

Newcastle

The body alone is a mass and you don't need extra weight to lift their is so many ways working around the body using different techniques that provides you the ultimate fitness which is inner strength

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done .. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,

Thank you but the damage is done now."
.. what about swimming or yoga..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Qi Gong

Low impact cardio

Yoga

Walking

Swimming.

"

QI gong? Do tell

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By *ritIndianCoupleCouple
over a year ago

Midlands


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups"

You’re definitely doing something right. You’re in very good shape. I wouldn’t mind seeing you doing some push ups on the Mrs

Mr

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By *ife NinjaMan
over a year ago

Dunfermline


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done .. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,

Thank you but the damage is done now."

Same. Burst muscles and ligament tears. Now I'm plump

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By *usman 199Man
over a year ago

Stockport

Go to the gym 3 times a week . Cardio does it for me . Walk in the week . All good .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups

How is 56 an older generation, come on fella you aren't old yet .. 57 next week no your right not old yet thinking positive.."

I can't for work as I'm too far away but I cycle a lot, I built my bike to be hard work so I don't have to be out for miles and miles, knobbly tyres so it adds resistance, panniers for wind drag and carry some weight in them, stay in harder gears, 10 miles and I've had enough. I try and get out once a week come rain, snow or shine plus I have a physical job.

Good luck and happy birthday for next week

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

CALISTHENICS

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups

You’re definitely doing something right. You’re in very good shape. I wouldn’t mind seeing you doing some push ups on the Mrs

Mr"
.. ha ha naughty,,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hubby gym 5 days a week.

Mrs 4 days a week personal trained by the mr.

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester

I loaf on the couch or the beach

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross


"Qi Gong

Low impact cardio

Yoga

Walking

Swimming.

QI gong? Do tell "

Body posture, breathing and co ordination of movement. Strengthens muscles , spirituality etc ..

It's very similar to tai chi but it is 'on the spot' and gentle. Both meditative and energising.

Can be done on a chair if people need that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done .. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,

Thank you but the damage is done now.

Same. Burst muscles and ligament tears. Now I'm plump "

I prefer the term 'upholstered'

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By *inister_SpinsterWoman
over a year ago

Manchester(ish).


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age.

Very true but I'm too darn lazy and not at all motivated.

I really want to retain flexibility, muscle strength and most of all balance as I get older though. I freely admit to being inconsistent "

I can't help with the lazy bit. I was always trying different things, mainly around dieting. Then I found a sport I love, and now it's part of my life and I love it. I can't make myself do an exercise i hate, like running.

Yoga is very good for all the things you mention.

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By *appycouple300Couple
over a year ago

North Dorset

I am the same age as you OP. I do cardio every day for about an hour. Plus 3 HIIT sessions a week.

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By *ife NinjaMan
over a year ago

Dunfermline


"I did weight training religiously for 35 years thinking I was looking after myself. Had to give it up 2 years ago because I'm worn done .. had a peek at your pictures you still look great,,

Thank you but the damage is done now.

Same. Burst muscles and ligament tears. Now I'm plump

I prefer the term 'upholstered' "

I'm built for comfort not speed

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By *avexx OP   Man
over a year ago

cheshire


"I am the same age as you OP. I do cardio every day for about an hour. Plus 3 HIIT sessions a week. "
,,, and you look amazing x

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By *rivateparts!Man
over a year ago

Walking down the only road I've ever known!

My job is physical and that keeps me in trim normally, but recently I'll developed some health issues and noe I do nothing.

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By *rivateparts!Man
over a year ago

Walking down the only road I've ever known!


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age.

Very true but I'm too darn lazy and not at all motivated.

I really want to retain flexibility, muscle strength and most of all balance as I get older though. I freely admit to being inconsistent

I can't help with the lazy bit. I was always trying different things, mainly around dieting. Then I found a sport I love, and now it's part of my life and I love it. I can't make myself do an exercise i hate, like running.

Yoga is very good for all the things you mention. "

I may have to try yoga.

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By *host63Man
over a year ago

Bedfont Feltham

60 thos year. I work out every day weights running. Swimming and I play airsoft and dance Tango, Modern Jive, and 0west Coast Swing. I have always kept pretty much in shape. Currently want to be the fittest I can get by my 60th.

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By *inister_SpinsterWoman
over a year ago

Manchester(ish).


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age.

Very true but I'm too darn lazy and not at all motivated.

I really want to retain flexibility, muscle strength and most of all balance as I get older though. I freely admit to being inconsistent

I can't help with the lazy bit. I was always trying different things, mainly around dieting. Then I found a sport I love, and now it's part of my life and I love it. I can't make myself do an exercise i hate, like running.

Yoga is very good for all the things you mention.

I may have to try yoga."

I highly recommend it.

I do an session most mornings.

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By *aria_dreamgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

stockport

Lots of men and women have taken up yoga and pilates.

Very beneficial to strengthen core muscles and much more.

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By *rder66Man
over a year ago

Tatooine

Diet, not drinking alcohol, various types of yoga and meditation, calisthetics, resitance bands, kettlebells, walking.

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By *b72Man
over a year ago

Nottingham

I have a rowing machine, cardio and phisical workout without the joint impact, although I have been a bit lax lately, the Xmas's chocolate is finally all gone so I should be able to sort out the winter tum

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By *rivateparts!Man
over a year ago

Walking down the only road I've ever known!


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age.

Very true but I'm too darn lazy and not at all motivated.

I really want to retain flexibility, muscle strength and most of all balance as I get older though. I freely admit to being inconsistent

I can't help with the lazy bit. I was always trying different things, mainly around dieting. Then I found a sport I love, and now it's part of my life and I love it. I can't make myself do an exercise i hate, like running.

Yoga is very good for all the things you mention.

I may have to try yoga.

I highly recommend it.

I do an session most mornings. "

I'll have to check it out.

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

Sorry but I do not recognise 56 as being old age, 65 is nearer the mark.

I am afraid am quite lazy, probably because the only sports I ever got involved were sitting down sports, i.e. Rowing and Car Rallying and various other branches of motorsport.

The onset of Artritis during my late 70s has restricted my mobility to such an extent that I now find it almost impossible to walk much more than a couple of hundred metres. I also have acquired a heart condition which also affects my mobility. my main aim is not keeping fit but staying alive, I do however eat sensibly, do not smoke, and consume not much alcohol.

I have set myself a target of living to be 100 which would the put me outside of all Fab members age parameters.

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By *ietsenmakerMan
over a year ago

Hartford

64 yr old here.... mainly cycling for me around 100 miles average a week, some weeks more of course ... plus hill working and some yoga... and then there is eating well too...

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By *hrek101Man
over a year ago

Herts

Your only 56. I'm 52, lift things, practice teach full contact martial arts, stretch, mobility exercises. Do what you enjoy is always best.

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By *ymbunnyfitCouple
over a year ago

East Yorkshire

Both trained all our lives done many competitive sports now train 5-6 days a week. Love staying fit and strong plus keeps passion alive between us xx

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By *onguesandpunsMan
over a year ago

East Midlands

I discovered jogging during lockdown and it has been a revelation. For years I didn't try it because I thought I had 'dodgy knees' (i.e. injury prone), but after starting off with shorter distances and gradually building up, plus being strict on actually jogging regularly I went from being capable of only a few laps of the local park to regularly running 10k.

Totally agree with what Nicecouple561 said about resistance bands. They're great for building and maintaining muscle strength which in turn help ward off general middle aged aches and pains.

Also less booze helps!

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By *exas46Man
over a year ago

South East

Crossfit

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Roller skating

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By *nliveneTV/TS
over a year ago

Selby

Sleeping for the last 5 months

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I get the exercise bike out & ride that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a very active job (after years of a desk job) and I'm just getting back into cycling again. Try to do some kettlebell or dumbbell work, but usually can't be arsed (against my better judgement).

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I lift heavy stuff, swear hard and repeat frequently.

Many people underestimate their ability to get fit, stay fit and be awesome, irrespective of their age. "

This smash yourself in the gym until you start shaking, go home eat well and repeat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Go to work for the rest of the month - then it's back to paddle boarding, kayaking, running, walking, cycling oh and lots fucking outrageous sex when I plonk my arse back behind a desk where it belongs

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By *ohn KanakaMan
over a year ago

Not all that North of North London

Run at all distances up to marathon so plenty of running all year round. Gym 2 or 3 times a week, lots of walking (anything from am hour stroll on the local woods to trekking up mountains). In the summer I di a lot of cycling bit very much a fair weather cyclist at present.

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By *escourtesMan
over a year ago

hereford

Lots of walking, cycling, skiing.

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By *airyboxMan
over a year ago

sheffield


"i do lots of walking light weights, and push ups"

Swim, fuck, watch what I eat and the above.

I love to support my partner too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I do a lot of walking , probably around 10 miles a day with work and the dogs

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By *ud and BryanCouple
over a year ago

Boston, Lincolnshire

Being medieval reenactors we get lots of exercise putting tents up & packing then away again, but we also try to go to the gym 3 times a week.

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire

Just back from a 10k walk which I try to do at least three times a week. 1km every 10 minutes or so my Apple Watch says anyway.

I have a few weights that I use as well.

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By *bonybucksMan
over a year ago

High Wycombe

Walk 4 times a week to work and drive one day. Though don’t really eat very healthy

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