Exercise enthusiasts and wannabees only !!!

[rtslinger]

Just checking in with you...wondering how your surgery went.

Hey Thanks back at the office had my last visit with the surgeon after a week of face-down recovery, said retina attached and everything was looking okay so released me for work, and to play my bass have follow-up on 3-17
and we will see how things are progressing. Had to take the lens so no actual clear vision, but I am able to see things blurry so that is good sign that the retina is connected. 3 or 4 months more before we have the lens replaced but i am hoping for the best

 

[rtslinger]

So,Update retina is still attached so that is a positive a little scarring so worrisome but not an issue as long as the retina remains attached. He also said I can get back to my exercises
light to moderate weights and don't go crazy on the cardio
180lbs today lightest I've been in years

 

[rtslinger]

most recent
180 lbs just getting back to my workouts one week in

 

[two fingers]

A few months in and I've become somewhat of a gym rat. I'm still focusing on strength (not bulk). But working out is a kind of therapy for me. (Shoulda taken @Joe Nerve book's advice long ago.) It just makes me feel better.

I'm disciplined enough to take days off. But I have to force myself to do that. Only mobility work on off days.

My one-rep max weights are already going way up. (They were stupid low to begin with because I went in a skinny 50 year old.) My wife and kids are really noticing a difference in my energy and strength when we're all playing together. I'm fitting in my clothes great.

Weight is hovering right around the same. I started in the mid 190s (86 kg). I'm still right there even though I've lost some fat for sure. So I must have gained some muscle along the way. I hear newbie gains come on fast and then you hit a hard plateau. That's when it gets tougher mentally to keep going.

I can't say enough good things about resistance training at ANY age or fitness level. It sends all the right signals to your body that we're going in the right direction.

Getting a trainer once a week to really pound good technique and form into my head is one of the best investments I've made in a long time. Proper form makes all the difference the world. My dead lift was way off. My technique was the kind that causes injuries (especially to somebody my age). But the trainer wouldn't let me go up one ounce in weight until I got that sucker right. I'm greatful to him for sticking to that. He probably saved me a lot of pain.

All in all I'm thrilled with the results so far, and don't see myself quitting any time soon. I turn 51 in July. And my plan is to be in the best shape of my life when I hit 52.

The only downside is that I had to learn how to tie a good "man bun" for my long hair. Don't wanna get that stuff caught in a machine or under the squat bar. Ouch!

 

[rtslinger]

I am still holding back on the workouts I have another appt with the retina surgeon in 2 weeks
want to make sure it's still all good

 

[Chris Fitzgerald]

Slowly rounding back into form after a recurrence of a bulging disc in the L4-5 area and resulting sciatic nerve compression. I'm going to stick with the Elliptical for a few more weeks before going back to the rowing machine, but this week started back with half of my regular weight bearing sets. So far, so good!

 

[Razman]

A few months in and I've become somewhat of a gym rat. I'm still focusing on strength (not bulk). But working out is a kind of therapy for me. (Shoulda taken @Joe Nerve book's advice long ago.) It just makes me feel better.

I'm disciplined enough to take days off. But I have to force myself to do that. Only mobility work on off days.

My one-rep max weights are already going way up. (They were stupid low to begin with because I went in a skinny 50 year old.) My wife and kids are really noticing a difference in my energy and strength when we're all playing together. I'm fitting in my clothes great.

Weight is hovering right around the same. I started in the mid 190s (86 kg). I'm still right there even though I've lost some fat for sure. So I must have gained some muscle along the way. I hear newbie gains come on fast and then you hit a hard plateau. That's when it gets tougher mentally to keep going.

I can't say enough good things about resistance training at ANY age or fitness level. It sends all the right signals to your body that we're going in the right direction.

Getting a trainer once a week to really pound good technique and form into my head is one of the best investments I've made in a long time. Proper form makes all the difference the world. My dead lift was way off. My technique was the kind that causes injuries (especially to somebody my age). But the trainer wouldn't let me go up one ounce in weight until I got that sucker right. I'm greatful to him for sticking to that. He probably saved me a lot of pain.

All in all I'm thrilled with the results so far, and don't see myself quitting any time soon. I turn 51 in July. And my plan is to be in the best shape of my life when I hit 52.

The only downside is that I had to learn how to tie a good "man bun" for my long hair. Don't wanna get that stuff caught in a machine or under the squat bar. Ouch!

Great progress there Two Fingers - I need to get some more coaching, eventually (same goes for bass lessons!) At 48 and after pulling a muscle in my back two years ago, I'm doing the same thing - don't want to go through that again. I also feel great. But my hair is short so no challenges there.

 

[rtslinger]

Tri's and bi's 5:00am this morning

 

[rtslinger]

So Update, retina still attached 90% of 10% is scarring, 90% oil fill needs to remain in and no lens replacement at the present time so I am as good as I could be under the circumstances
He said no restriction on the weight training so I am looking forward to getting back at it
hope everyone's training is giving you wanted results

 

[Gaolee]

I am still a bit sore from last weekend. I got a little overenthusiastic in a leg workout on Saturday, then deadlifts and arms on Sunday. I'm not going to make the olympic power lifting team any time soon, but it's satisfying to see the amount of weight I can lift going up like it is. Provided I don't do something dumb and damage a joint or my back. So far so good. The trainers at the gym are all over it.

I have stopped worrying about losing weight. The goal is to maintain weight and turn the blubber into muscle. I'll never have a six-pack. It wasn't there when I was a wrestler in high school, so it's not going to turn up now. Besides, who is going to be impressed, my wife? Fat chance of that.

 

[dwm74]

Man, am I in a bad way. Been doing 60-90 minutes of cardio a day for the past three+ years, so it's now a lifestyle. Still a drag sometimes to force myself to do it, and I had actually cut back to around 60 minutes a day (two 30 minutes sessions) these past couple of months. But I guess I'm overdoing it because I've developed a couple of niggling injuries that are getting worse.

Firstly, I developed some form of tendonitis in my right elbow, despite not lifting heavy weights. Been mostly using the Total Gym. While it provides a good workout, it isn't the same as actual weightlifting, so the joints should benefit from that. But my discomfort lingers on.

Secondly, I somehow overtaxed my lower back, and it's killing me. All through my 20s into my late 40s, I had a very strong back, worked it heavy in the weight room and never had issues. Now in my 60s and not lifting heavy anymore, I somehow tweaked something and these past few weeks it's seizing up on me from time to time. Feels like an electric shock if I move a certain way. Some days are relatively pain-free, but others nearly have me on the floor, unable to move for a while, or unable to stand up without experiencing severe pain.
I first noticed the back pain while running, but I have no idea how that would have caused it. All I know is bending down putting my socks on in the morning is killer!

Of course, taking it easy and resting these areas would probably be best, but I'm not wired that way. I have to work out every day or I feel terrible. Not being able to work out is something I couldn't handle at all. I'll continue to dial down the intensity and see if that helps. Either way, it sucks getting old!

 

[MJ5150]

Hang in there buddy.
I have definitely learned the value of well placed rest and sleep to keep my body functioning at peak levels. I used to go, go, go back in the day. Always on my way to the gym, at the gym, or coming home from the gym. These days I set aside two days a week with nothing more than some light calisthenics at home. Even then, those are mostly just for stretching and keeping myself limber.

-Mike

 

[5StringBlues]

Man, am I in a bad way. Been doing 60-90 minutes of cardio a day for the past three+ years, so it's now a lifestyle. Still a drag sometimes to force myself to do it, and I had actually cut back to around 60 minutes a day (two 30 minutes sessions) these past couple of months. But I guess I'm overdoing it because I've developed a couple of niggling injuries that are getting worse.

Firstly, I developed some form of tendonitis in my right elbow, despite not lifting heavy weights. Been mostly using the Total Gym. While it provides a good workout, it isn't the same as actual weightlifting, so the joints should benefit from that. But my discomfort lingers on.

Secondly, I somehow overtaxed my lower back, and it's killing me. All through my 20s into my late 40s, I had a very strong back, worked it heavy in the weight room and never had issues. Now in my 60s and not lifting heavy anymore, I somehow tweaked something and these past few weeks it's seizing up on me from time to time. Feels like an electric shock if I move a certain way. Some days are relatively pain-free, but others nearly have me on the floor, unable to move for a while, or unable to stand up without experiencing severe pain.
I first noticed the back pain while running, but I have no idea how that would have caused it. All I know is bending down putting my socks on in the morning is killer!

Of course, taking it easy and resting these areas would probably be best, but I'm not wired that way. I have to work out every day or I feel terrible. Not being able to work out is something I couldn't handle at all. I'll continue to dial down the intensity and see if that helps. Either way, it sucks getting old!

Slow and steady , and add in long walks.


I'm having to learn this myself.

 

[FilterFunk]

I turned 60 yesterday, and this is most likely the last batch of "gun show" pics I'll ever take, so please indulge me!

Regarding workouts, it's all light weights and body weight for me. I abandoned the heavy lifting many years ago. I don't do cardio purely because I don't like doing cardio! I love "the pump" and "the burn" I feel when weight training.

 

[turf3]

I dunno, you're only 60, and given the general shape you're in now and your general air of healthy and robust, I think you could be showing off those arms for a long time to come yet.

 

[roccobass]

I turned 60 yesterday, and this is most likely the last batch of "gun show" pics I'll ever take, so please indulge me!
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Regarding workouts, it's all light weights and body weight for me. I abandoned the heavy lifting many years ago. I don't do cardio purely because I don't like doing cardio! I love "the pump" and "the burn" I feel when weight training.

I can offer this genuine acknowledgment of your excellent physical fitness!!

 

[MJ5150]

I learned today my rear delts aren't getting as much work as they need to be. Time to redesign shoulder day.

-Mike

 

[rtslinger]

Hello people, just a quick update, had a follow up with the surgeon again today, everything is still attached
though I do have some scarring it is not a concern since we are leaving the oil in place. The replacement of my eye lens he feels could bring about another detachment, and it would not improve my sight any better than a new pair of glasses which was his next statement, go get yourself a new pair of glasses and I will see you in 4 months So happy no more surgery need for this eye and just getting back to some normalize in my life.
Work out wise I am back up to my now 65 pushes every morning going to be 64 in Sept always add one more to the birthday age since I turn 50. Strength real weened not hitting the weights all this time only able to do 35 lbs dumbells for reps about half of what I was using before and I am still light in the A$ at 183lbs way down from my 208 I normally maintain, but hey you work with what you got this is my photo that is my goal I look at it everyday I will get there

 

[Gaolee]

Quick observation. When I get to the gym at least three times a week, I can't wait to get there. Take a week off and getting started again takes a mental effort. It is that inertia thing.

 

[rtslinger]

This morning at the office after my 5am workout