Is 48 old? Can l still run a pr? Can l play in the NFL? Can l still pick up girls in their early 20s? Will people who see me running in the neighborhood say " look at the old dude run"? Can l still win a local race overall ?
Is 48 old? Can l still run a pr? Can l play in the NFL? Can l still pick up girls in their early 20s? Will people who see me running in the neighborhood say " look at the old dude run"? Can l still win a local race overall ?
I’m 46,
College girls call me sir :(
Breaking a . 7:30 mile is damn near impossible.
I will never win a race.
My pecker isn’t hard first thing in AM anymore
My ear hairs grow faster than my head hair
I feel like I’m 30
Coworkers ask me questions which never happened before
I still worry about getting fat if I take a day off of running
I did an Ultra a few years ago and got beat by 2 girls
I still run shirtless as it gets over 120 deg here in summer
I’m happy with few possessions and a modest home near some ? mountains
I now run for pleasure instead of based out of anger towards my family for calling me fat when I went through my weightlifting phase as a young adult. I now can forgive others much easier.
We are here to experience things and go back to our original source. Enjoy the ride man??
Just another spring chicken to me.
Go for the hens and leave the chicks for the wolves.
i am about to turn 48 as well and let me sum it up to you the difference between 22 and 48. When i was 22 I wanted a HRM to see how high my max was, now I want a smart watch to see how much quality sleep I get.
he means while you may not be old, this bit of yours certainly is.
Hayduke wrote:
i am about to turn 48 as well and let me sum it up to you the difference between 22 and 48. When i was 22 I wanted a HRM to see how high my max was, now I want a smart watch to see how much quality sleep I get.
How much sleep?
Change your mindset. It's not about age, it's about function.
I'm 47. I'm with the people who believe you're only as old as you feel. I know people younger than me who are out of shape, broken down, depressed and look /feel 90. I know people much older than me who are fit, full of energy and loving life. Who's better off?
Whether or not you can run PRs, depends how good your PRs were in your 20's and 30's. I'm in my late 40's setting PRs frequently this year, but mainly because I never took running seriously until now. Pick the low hanging fruit: Shoot for lifetime PRs if they're obtainable. If not, shoot for age-groups PRs (ie lowest times while age 45-49, 50-54, etc). If that doesn't motivate you, consider setting new goals at new distances (first 26.2, 50K, 100K etc) or try something new entirely like triathlons or power yoga.
Will you break into the NFL at 48? Not likely.
Can you date women 25 years younger? It's possible. The ease at which you can do that has less to do with your age, than it does your level of wealth or fame. But for me personally, I want nothing to do with women in their early 20's at this point in my life. All they're going to end up want is kids and someone to help with/pay for raising. Been there, done that.
How people perceive you in running in the neighborhood has less to do with your age, than other factors. If you are fit, thin and moving at an enviable pace they're more likely to be impressed, or even jealous, than think negative thoughts. On the other hand if you appear slow, sluggish and puffy, they're less likely to be impressed, but still will probably be thinking, "Well, at least he's out there, unlike my lazy a*s."
Whether you can win a race outright depends on the size of the race and the competition. A small local race is certainly possible if you train right. Start with progressive goals in this order: Age group PRs, placing/winning your age group in races, then winning the masters division. Once you're able to climb that ladder, an overall top 3, or even an outright win might be in your sights.
The only way to know, is to try. Stop feeling sorry for yourself and get out there and kick some ass.
Is 48 old? Can l still run a pr?
Only if you just started running recently.
Can l play in the NFL?
Not an expert on this but I would say NO.
Can l still pick up girls in their early 20s?
No and you shouldn't anyway.
Will people who see me running in the neighborhood say " look at the old dude run"?
Yes you are the older dude now. Get used to it. It's better than the old dude who has a hard time getting out from his couch.
Can l still win a local race overall ?
Probably not.
PS: If you still think it's over for you at 48 after reading this thread, google:
"Brad Barton Mile"
"Sean Wade 5k" and
"Ed Whitlock"
In 2018, this is what Jeanne Daprano had to say:
“I’m here in this age group, 80 to 84 I compete in, [and] worldwide, there’s few women athletes,” Daprano said. “The feeling of being fit at any age is a real gift, a blessing.”
You can't PR unless those times are very very soft.
You need to adjust from PRs to Recent Bests.
Racing is still fun. You just aren't racing for overall awards, just against other older guys like yourself. If you are comparing yourself to 22 year old college runners, you're going to be very very disappointed. (Also, that's pretty idiotic.)
Women in their 30's are still getable. Women like older men, as long as that guy ISN'T the old guy trying to act like a twenty four year old. You should be comfortable with yourself by now. Confidence is better than being the 48 year old in flat brimmed hat trying to look 20.
For me I had to embrace the need for cross training. I always hated weights and stuff, but eventually I had to start lifting in my 40s. I actually kinda like it now. It's just so much easier than running and you see the benefits so much quicker.
Stay at it, you won't be sorry especially when you see how poorly your peers will age vs you who remains active.
If you have to ask, then it's over for you.
GettingFasterDude wrote:
Change your mindset. It's not about age, it's about function.
I'm 47. I'm with the people who believe you're only as old as you feel. I know people younger than me who are out of shape, broken down, depressed and look /feel 90. I know people much older than me who are fit, full of energy and loving life. Who's better off?
Whether or not you can run PRs, depends how good your PRs were in your 20's and 30's. I'm in my late 40's setting PRs frequently this year, but mainly because I never took running seriously until now. Pick the low hanging fruit: Shoot for lifetime PRs if they're obtainable. If not, shoot for age-groups PRs (ie lowest times while age 45-49, 50-54, etc). If that doesn't motivate you, consider setting new goals at new distances (first 26.2, 50K, 100K etc) or try something new entirely like triathlons or power yoga.
Will you break into the NFL at 48? Not likely.
Can you date women 25 years younger? It's possible. The ease at which you can do that has less to do with your age, than it does your level of wealth or fame. But for me personally, I want nothing to do with women in their early 20's at this point in my life. All they're going to end up want is kids and someone to help with/pay for raising. Been there, done that.
How people perceive you in running in the neighborhood has less to do with your age, than other factors. If you are fit, thin and moving at an enviable pace they're more likely to be impressed, or even jealous, than think negative thoughts. On the other hand if you appear slow, sluggish and puffy, they're less likely to be impressed, but still will probably be thinking, "Well, at least he's out there, unlike my lazy a*s."
Whether you can win a race outright depends on the size of the race and the competition. A small local race is certainly possible if you train right. Start with progressive goals in this order: Age group PRs, placing/winning your age group in races, then winning the masters division. Once you're able to climb that ladder, an overall top 3, or even an outright win might be in your sights.
The only way to know, is to try. Stop feeling sorry for yourself and get out there and kick some ass.
Fantastic post.
Thank you.
My advice to anyone over 40 is to do “young people things.” I don’t mean run around drinking at frat parties and taking dumb risks. I mean the best of what the youthful mindset has to offer: optimism, hope, courage, eagerness to learn new things. You are only as old as you think you are.
Stay active, stay hopeful, read a lot, meet new people, try new things, and enjoy your life.
I know 35 year olds who are already in an old mindset, stuck in dead end jobs and shuffling through their days, playing video games or watching mindless crap on Netflix. They are depressed, tired, and inactive.
I also know 60 year olds who are constantly taking new classes, reading books, taking risks, traveling, exercising regularly, and loving life.
The choice is up to you. It really is.
Also, social media will age you by shifting you into a FOMO mindset. There will always be someone younger than you setting PRs, making tons of money, marrying the hot girl...etc...making you think your ship has sailed, when in reality, your ship hasn’t even left the port.
Don’t watch other people live their lives. Live your own.
Throughout life, we have limitations and strengths. When we are young, we have limitless energy and are in peak physical condition. But we are also inexperienced, impatient and do not have the best judgment. As we cross the half century mark, everything flips. There are finite limits on energy and a lot of care needs to be spent in maintaining good physical fitness to prevent a rapid decline that cannot be reversed. But at the same time, we are reaching a point were we have achieved a level of mastery in many things and have the patience and judgment to accomplish things that were not possible in our youth. We move from competitor to coach. Participant to fan.
If you spend your life trying to live in only one part of it, you will be unhappy for most of it.
Precious Roy wrote:
Throughout life, we have limitations and strengths. When we are young, we have limitless energy and are in peak physical condition. But we are also inexperienced, impatient and do not have the best judgment. As we cross the half century mark, everything flips. There are finite limits on energy and a lot of care needs to be spent in maintaining good physical fitness to prevent a rapid decline that cannot be reversed. But at the same time, we are reaching a point were we have achieved a level of mastery in many things and have the patience and judgment to accomplish things that were not possible in our youth. We move from competitor to coach. Participant to fan.
If you spend your life trying to live in only one part of it, you will be unhappy for most of it.
I like to challenge myself at 48.
Yes, you can still win a local road race; take that as your goal and quit crying about getting old; it is a waste of the time you have left.
RIP: D3 All-American Frank Csorba - who ran 13:56 in March - dead
RENATO can you talk about the preparation of Emile Cairess 2:06
Rest in Peace Adrian Lehmann - 2:11 Swiss marathoner. Dies of heart attack.
Running for Bowerman Track Club used to be cool now its embarrassing
I think Letesenbet Gidey might be trying to break 14 this Saturday
Hats off to my dad. He just ran a 1:42 Half Marathon and turns 75 in 2 months!