Well since I'm sixty now and have finally gotten the respect I deserve for my sage wisdom and humility (yeah right LOL not here that's for sure) I felt it was time to share some thoughts on years of exercise and weight training.
1. Never stop or let up. I guess that applies to all things but working out has to be a priority in your life. Never go into a workout with the mind set that I'm just here today to get a little exercise. Sweat, work hard and lift.
2. Gains and losses can occur at any age. Set goals and work your tail off. Realize that this takes time but don't let anyone tell you "ah you should slow down at your age". Or I'm too old for that.
3. Experiment with new routines as often as possible. Do some research for motivation and keep trying something new to keep your body guessing.
4. Push your limits. If you run go further, better yet go uphill. Take up swimming or Mtn Biking. Get a spotter and lift heavy.
5. Be careful with your body. Injury can and probably will occur. Listen to your body when you need rest or recovery. I stopped playing B-Ball when injuries were mounting. Just find another sport.
6. Don't get into the rut some people do by going to the gym and running the tread mill for 60 mins then calling it a day. Have you ever seen any difference in those folks who are soo stuck and refuse to change or try something new?
7. The iron rules. Say it again louder THE IRON RULES. Nothing else will get you better results. Don't be a chicken because you can't lift heavy. Loose the ego and get down and bench or squat.
8. Body weight exercises are a must. Injury is less doing pushups then bench presses and you don't need equipment.
9. Core is the key. More than anything else I have found the greatest overall results and health gains from a killer core routine. Forget all those silly machines. Remember your core is from your thighs to your chest and around back. I have seen so many improvements when people realize that hips are important in back strength. I think Drs mis the boat on back problems a lot.
10. Eat clean and rest. Do regular outdoor work also like gardening.
11. Clear your mind. Stress is good motivation but handle it correctly.
12. Smile and have fun at the gym. Compliment someone on the quality of their effort or workout.
1. Never stop or let up. I guess that applies to all things but working out has to be a priority in your life. Never go into a workout with the mind set that I'm just here today to get a little exercise. Sweat, work hard and lift.
2. Gains and losses can occur at any age. Set goals and work your tail off. Realize that this takes time but don't let anyone tell you "ah you should slow down at your age". Or I'm too old for that.
3. Experiment with new routines as often as possible. Do some research for motivation and keep trying something new to keep your body guessing.
4. Push your limits. If you run go further, better yet go uphill. Take up swimming or Mtn Biking. Get a spotter and lift heavy.
5. Be careful with your body. Injury can and probably will occur. Listen to your body when you need rest or recovery. I stopped playing B-Ball when injuries were mounting. Just find another sport.
6. Don't get into the rut some people do by going to the gym and running the tread mill for 60 mins then calling it a day. Have you ever seen any difference in those folks who are soo stuck and refuse to change or try something new?
7. The iron rules. Say it again louder THE IRON RULES. Nothing else will get you better results. Don't be a chicken because you can't lift heavy. Loose the ego and get down and bench or squat.
8. Body weight exercises are a must. Injury is less doing pushups then bench presses and you don't need equipment.
9. Core is the key. More than anything else I have found the greatest overall results and health gains from a killer core routine. Forget all those silly machines. Remember your core is from your thighs to your chest and around back. I have seen so many improvements when people realize that hips are important in back strength. I think Drs mis the boat on back problems a lot.
10. Eat clean and rest. Do regular outdoor work also like gardening.
11. Clear your mind. Stress is good motivation but handle it correctly.
12. Smile and have fun at the gym. Compliment someone on the quality of their effort or workout.