FabSwingers.com forum: staying in shape past 40

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

Under 40's take note.

Until end of 2009 I used to be a super fit triathlete, having been racing since early 90's it's fair to say I was in reasonable shape.

Due to injury I stopped.

Earlier this year I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a real kick in the balls given my previous fitness levels.

Anyway it was the kick up the arse I needed to get back into shape.

Currently gym about 4days a week run a couple and swim in sea thru summer.

My point is that.

It's so bastard hard to get into shape once past 40, but what is worse, it's not getting into shape it's maintaining it.

Christ on a bike, u can't let slip at all, minor dietary lapses or a day or two off and you can almost feel yourself getting out of condition.

So my advice is.

Keep up with the working out and diet and don't lose it coz once you hit the big 40 fuck me is it hard to get back. What do other 40plusers do to stay in shape?

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

I too was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and it was exactly the same kick up the arse i needed.

Since July I have lowered by long term bloody sugar from 79 to 49 and my weight has dropped by 20lbs. I have just walked my dogs, taken the stairs at work, cut out all the crap I used to eat. I still have takeaways at the weekend but I only eat half and have the rest the next day.

It has worked really well.

good luck to anyone trying

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By *risky_MareWoman
over a year ago

...Up on the Downs

Keep up with the working out and diet and don't lose it coz once you hit the big 40 fuck me is it hard to get back. What do other 40plusers do to stay in shape? "

Ha, just you wait 'til you hit the menopause, lol!! I'm only dancing a couple of eves a week at the moment instead of four or five, I don't have a horse for the first time in 30 years so I am only riding a couple of times a week and not doing any yard work, so I am swimming 45 mins nearly every day now to try to keep up! It's a nightmare! Haha!

The horses are the same with metabolic syndrome BTW - as soon as they have a lay off they suddenly become susceptable, it's something of an epidemic in at least those two species. Exercise is a great prevention, but most people will have to avoid carbs too.

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

I'm 48 and exercise regulary but don't overdo it, which is the key for me.

Some days you feel more energetic than others, so it would be foolish to do the same routine daily.

I've never really had a sweet tooth but stopped taking sugar in tea and coffee. I lost roughly a stone and a bit in weeks, so that was no coincidence.

Only eat junk food when on the move and stick to a well balanced diet, with a takeaway as a treat once a fortnight.

You basically find your own level and stick to it, we are all different and our bodies tell us what is right for us.

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

I don't find it any more difficult being over 40. I'm doing more now than people half my age its mindset not age!

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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum

It is hard past 40 but that's the way the human body is I'm afraid. I am lucky as I was a drinking, eating, smoking fatty for most of my 20s and 30s and didn't start being serious about getting fit til I was in my 40s. But I have noticed a couple of days away from the gym and my jeans get tighter. Or is that all the pies?

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

I thank my mother for giving me great genes ..... I've free-wheeled through much of my life because of them.

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By *umpsMan
over a year ago

city

I exercise regularly.. Running walking and some weights... over the last 6 months i took to doing swimming and less weights.. And I can see the benefit..

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

Yep I'm with you there, very easy to put on a few pounds, a lot harder to shake them off!

I must confess to having put on a few pounds over the Summer? Just started back at the gym to try and blitz it before Christmas

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

Try exercising with arthritis. I can only swim and it's expensive to keep doing it. I suffer the pain and walk as much as possible but my feet and legs scream at me after. I use sex as a bit of exercise but it has to be a nice comfy bed

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By *erotic_adventureMan
over a year ago

London, Scotland & The North,

A combination of the correct exercise for your body and diet....always remember take in more calories than you burn off you will put on weight. Key things low GI foods and plenty protein...makes you fuller for longer.

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

Lol..wait till you hit the 50's, am fortunate to be ex forces so fitness was a way of life..feel guilty if I don't run, bike or go to the gym..have a thing atm for early morning spin class before work..but it don't get easier with work commitments etc..

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By *erotic_adventureMan
over a year ago

London, Scotland & The North,

Spin classes are great...about to book for the next few weeks.A good all rounervous for fitness and toning.

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

I recently did the Belgian bun diet. I had serious cravings for them one week and ate them two at a time. Once I ate them I was satisfied for the day. People have been saying how much weight I've lost. I really wish it was that easy but it's probably the amount of walking I've been doing

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By *erotic_adventureMan
over a year ago

London, Scotland & The North,

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

Thanks for that...I won't bother then....

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

A few years back someone said to me there is no reason you can not keep participating in sports and keep reasonably fit right up to your eighties just make sure you don't put any strain on your joints. ha ha yeah right!!! I find it hard to keep in constant shape because of joint injuries

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

"Lol..wait till you hit the 50's, am fortunate to be ex forces so fitness was a way of life..feel guilty if I don't run, bike or go to the gym..have a thing atm for early morning spin class before work..but it don't get easier with work commitments etc.."

By rights we should be dead by 50 lol

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By *CoastFunMan
over a year ago

Southampron

I'm 36 so nearing that age marker now. I plan to still be cycling to work and doing 3 to 5 sessions in the gym to maintain what I have going forward from now. I can't recall who told me but I was informed you're only 25% down from the fittest you ever were however as you age it becomes much much harder to get yourself back up to peak fitness levels.

I'm happy to read that those who have recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are using it to motivate themselves too. Sadly I've seen or am seeing what can happen first hand if you don't do something about it. Just remember to balance your calories though as going too calorie deficient whilst exercising could result in a rapid run to the bathroom or a few dizzy spells. Too little carbs can also do this.

Top job for putting the effort in again humb) I'm sure you'll start reaping the rewards soon

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By *CoastFunMan
over a year ago

Southampron

Oh and of course lots of sex helps. Every orgasm is a few calories burned after all. Ever little helps and I'm sure all you lovely ladies would have no end of offers to help you out with your training regime then

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

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

Eating jerk chicken and "good" sex does it for me

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

At 30 my knees started to go, so started taking up martial arts. Best decision ever. Fitter and stronger than ever - and is something I will be able to continue as I get older.

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

OP......sugar is the enemy and not just because of your diabetes. It's in absolutely everything, even bread. I'm 44 and need to watch my diet carefully. Try and buy as much organic food as you can as it has less crap in it I.e sugars. Also, it's a shame but you need to watch your booze intake. A cheeky glass of wine here and there soon adds up and it's not called liquid cake for nothing you know.

And I totally agree with erotic adventure.....spinning will keep you trim if you can go 3-4 times a week. You'll be stripped down in no time.

Nice to see an over 40's guy with personal pride like yours mate

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

And just looked at your pics, you're in good shape mate so keep up the good work

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By *arry247Couple
over a year ago

Wakefield

My wife B has recently found the reverse cowgirl position does wonders for her abs.

I recommend she exercises them daily

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

I'd say don't get hooked on age but to assume all of our health is precious and possibly fleeting. Invest all the time to potentially retain or regain what we deserve.

Transitioning from younger active lifestyles brings benefits that don't sustain themselves. It's tough, but the flip side is not to be hard on those who don't have ShagTonights physique or willpower etc.

I compromise after a sustained exercise regime all my life where I've been very fit and now do different stuff, like yoga and pouting whilst I'm at the gym. Probably no more competitions as I get older. I won't be the same athlete but will be healthy and happy And fuckable.

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By *ensualtouch15Man
over a year ago

ashby de la zouch

Younger , train hard

older train and eat smart x

Sugar is one of the most harmful plant refined drugs humans have processed sadly it's been accepted and labeled as food rather than the corrosive drug it is

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

"Eating jerk chicken and "good" sex does it for me

Sounds perfect.....where do I sign up to that regime??

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

Personally I blame year's of dependency on powered energy drinks, energy gels and power bars.

Now I am older I am finding I am having to train harder to achieve results that came easy say ten years ago.

That said I feel in great shape now, just find myself running out of steam a bit quicker than before.

But hey its great knowing I am the one training the hardest in the gym.

Guess I expect more from myself given previous fitness levels.

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

Thanks for the advice, hoping to get racing a again and do a few times trials thiss year. It now lookslike a hard year ahead.

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

Always amazing when you do a club time trial and some guy in his mid 70s blasts past.

Proof u can stay in shape past 40

However if you talk to them, they always say it's coz they have not stopped and been riding for like 50 years.

It's stopping and getting going again that seems to be the hardest bit

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

Just cut the sugar out from your life, my mum has done it and has started exercising she's 63 and loves the effect is having on her life.

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

"Always amazing when you do a club time trial and some guy in his mid 70s blasts past.

Proof u can stay in shape past 40

However if you talk to them, they always say it's coz they have not stopped and been riding for like 50 years.

It's stopping and getting going again that seems to be the hardest bit "

I have done the London to Brighton a few times, last time 3.38 with having to walk up the hills due to my pedal falling off. I never did any real training for it, I know I can get back some of my fitness levels just not sure how much.

I hav er also noticed I will have to look into dietry specifics as well, before I never bothered.

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By *ikeC81Man
over a year ago

harrow

I joined a gym 3 weeks ago..li was very self conscious at first as I have. A big waist and small arms but I have noticed that I have already gone a notch down on belt, with eating salads more proteins and a mixture of bike, rowing machine and treadmill. I have notice that the tops of my arms have got a little more defined as well....

I just need to get rid of the 6 month pregnant look lol

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

Yoga, for mind , body and soul...cut loose the sugar.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

When I put my mind to it cycling is my sport, I can shape up quite quickly. My problem staying motivated, I find it hard to keep going.

I enjoy the riding and the feeling afterwards, just getting my arse out of the door is hard.

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

My Gran celebrated her 80th with a 100 mile bike ride. My grandad was still cycling in his early 90's. There are a couple of guys in one of my local running clubs who still run occasional half marathons Iin their 80's. I'm not convinced age alone is a limiting factor in exercise. A lot comes down to mindset.

That said I do find that I put on weight much easier these days and it takes longer to shift. I have to be very strict with diet if I'm not exercising. But I can still maintain fitness the same as when I was younger

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

Stay of the macdonalds an kfc

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

"Always amazing when you do a club time trial and some guy in his mid 70s blasts past.

Used to race with a guy called Roger Iddles in the midlands was winning open timetrials and doing 19 minute 10s at 60

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By *aidbacklookingMan
over a year ago

this town

I'm writing a thing on this right now actually, "a leaner healthier you". Think about what you eat, move more, and be happy. Hormones and positivity play a huge part ing the chemistry of our bodies. Weight bearing ex for strength and to help prevent osteoporosis and cv to keep the engine for and working well. Sugar, salt and bad fats are so much of our lives, but we can all "choose" given a little education and effort.

Great to hear ppl making all their efforts, whatever the age.

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