02-17-14, 04:44 PM | |
Join Date: Sep 2008
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Oh that is so true! I don't want to do anything to risk injury because it would be so hard to get back where I am (if ever). Of course it could still happen but I try not to invite it. I like to include a lot of balancing exercises and even practice on a balancing disc for that reason also. Still do step though, but carefully (I think).
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02-17-14, 05:22 PM | ||
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Location: New Jersey
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02-17-14, 05:24 PM | |
Join Date: Dec 2001
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Two thumbs up for you, Sara!
I'm 56 and my goal is to be strong, injury free, maintain my independence for many years and avoid the doctor and hospital like the plague! On a related note, check out my siggy line.
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02-17-14, 05:37 PM | ||
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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02-17-14, 05:40 PM | |
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Join Date: Nov 2001
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Sara what you have achieved is awesome and makes me feel inspired to stay on my path as I hurtle towards 60 (I am 58 this year). Thankyou for the inspiration!
In one sense my goals are still the same. Continue with weights and cardio in many forms and add flexibility. I have variations on the theme now, cut the amount of high impact, lower my step height and add more stretching. |
02-17-14, 06:07 PM | |
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Georgia
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When younger my goal was weight loss. As I got a bit older it became about lifting heavier, becoming more advanced, etc. Now that I am almost 49 and have had some nagging injuries and some perimenopausal issues, I want to nurture my body, including increasing flexibility. In the process of changing things up a bit, I have lost 12 pounds since mid September. Go figure.
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02-17-14, 06:17 PM | |
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Black Hills of South Dakota
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Oh my… I must be the only vain one!! I am 51 and I still work out to look good!! I am back to playing sports now (volleyball and softball and senior olympics in the summer!!) so... I am also working on my athleticism and trying to keep supple and strong! I really have come to love working out and don't really see an end in sight!
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