As far as running is concerned, I didn't lose much from 50-58 - although obviously much slower than younger (although I ran my fastest 3000m s/c at 36) - I felt like I was running somewhat like myself (then in the 17:30-18:00 range). Got injured at 58 and although I came back to some decent form at 60, there has been quite a drop off from 60 to 66 even with solid training (although I've had some decent racing results in age group races).
Still compete, which is what gives me the motivation to train, and now use Easy Interval Method, which along with hill sprints keeps some quality.
As far as appearance is concerned, I've been fortunate in that I've kept my hair, although it's starting to go grey. Running has kept the weight down, and now I run more 3000m-10000m type races, I'm a little lighter than when I ran my best 800m in my 20s. So fortunate to have hair/not have a gut. Haven't worn sunscreen, but don't spend a lot time in the sun, so probably skin is average. No systematic weight training (which I mean to correct), but have horses, so do get some workout lifting hay bales and bags of grain.
Still work full-time (self employed consultancy), which I hope is keeping the brain active.
Truthfully, I'm more concerned with function than appearance - been with same person for a long time, and not having to show up in a work environment, and don't get dressed up beyond a t-shirt and genes.
Similarly, I've never heard a 21 year old girl prefer men in their 30's or 40's over men closer to her age unless she wasn't well-adjusted.
After 30 men just aren't as virile, energetic, they start getting wrinkles and looking less sexy and I heard many even have trouble getting it up.
Unless he has a medical issue, a man in his early 30s really shouldn’t have trouble getting it up unless he just isn’t attracted to the woman he’s with. Maybe this happens more with obese men or men over 50
I'd say the same about women, but lumping 30-35 year olds in with any sort of physiological decline says more about the average joe's lifestyle than anything else.
yes most men will deff need that when hitting that age, why not get on TRT, they'll easily give you it at your age just get a low dose help boost your body!
yes most men will deff need that when hitting that age, why not get on TRT, they'll easily give you it at your age just get a low dose help boost your body!
I've thought about it. I've talked to my primary care doctor & some middle-aged friends of mine from the gym that are on TRT.
My doctor says that my testosterone levels (524 ng/dL) are excellent for my age & are more representative of a man in his mid to late 40s (he doesn't believe in TRT unless your levels fall below 300 ng/dL - which is the American Urological Association's definition of low T or hypothyroidism.
And once you start TRT you have to pretty much stay on it the rest of your life as natural production is eventually stopped with the synthetic testosterone injections.
And there are side-effects such as sn increase in Hct/Hgb. Synthetic testosterone also converts to DHT - which causes male pattern baldness, acne, enlargement prostate, etc. Usually the doctor will administer an AI inhibitor to block the conversion to DHT - but the inhibitor has it's own set of side-effects, so now you get into problem of having to take multiple drugs to control side-effects.
I have good workouts/bad workouts, good days/bad days, etc, just like most everyone else. So, I can't build lean muscle mass like I did back in my 20's when I was competing in BB - oh well...life goes on.
But the TRT/HRT guys who are buffed & look like Hercules get all the accolades & attention at the gym. People don't release it's all an illusion - these guys couldn't look anything like that without the testosterone enhancement.
Idk I’m 31 and it seems like friends/acquaintances in my range (29-33) are starting to either sink or swim. Like they are either drinking beer as a hobby and have grey hairs, or are trying to stay with it and keep moving up in life.
The process of aging and physical deterioration isn't set to a specific age, as it varies greatly from person to person due to factors such as genetics, lifestyle, diet, physical activity, and overall health. Generally speaking, adults might start to notice gradual changes as they move into their 30s and 40s. These could include a slower metabolism, decreased muscle mass, and changes in vision or hearing. More noticeable aging, such as increased frailty and cognitive changes, tends to become more common as individuals move into their 60s and 70s. However, it's important to note that "deterioration" doesn't have to be an inevitable part of aging. Healthy habits such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and routine healthcare can significantly slow the aging process and reduce the risk of age-related diseases. Moreover, regular mental activity and social engagement can help maintain cognitive health. Thus, aging healthily and maintaining physical and mental well-being is possible and within reach for many.
The process of aging and physical deterioration isn't set to a specific age, as it varies greatly from person to person due to factors such as genetics, lifestyle, diet, physical activity, and overall health. Generally speaking, adults might start to notice gradual changes as they move into their 30s and 40s. These could include a slower metabolism, decreased muscle mass, and changes in vision or hearing. More noticeable aging, such as increased frailty and cognitive changes, tends to become more common as individuals move into their 60s and 70s. However, it's important to note that "deterioration" doesn't have to be an inevitable part of aging. Healthy habits such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and routine healthcare can significantly slow the aging process and reduce the risk of age-related diseases. Moreover, regular mental activity and social engagement can help maintain cognitive health. Thus, aging healthily and maintaining physical and mental well-being is possible and within reach for many.
From what my guy friends have told me, women don't peak in sexual attractiveness until their mid-30's. We have a larger window than men, who peak earlier.
I know many men in their mid/late 20's that have already started to go bald or get grey hairs or wrinkles.
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