I read somewhere a long time ago that getting up off the floor without using your hands is a sign of… health or youthfulness or something? Ever since I’ve been conscious of not using my hands. Didn’t say anything about making horrible groaning noises and then bragging about it though…
In my 50s, just recently started a routine of lifting weights and stretching and doing more cardio. It's definitely worth it, but the first few workouts after being sedentary are rough. Start as soon as you can.
I agree with this, but sometimes a life or hard labor just catches up with you. Exercise helps but if you get arthritis in your back and other joints? Well, you just hurt. All the time. For the rest of your life.
My FIL is 69 and he can go from full sit on the floor with legs cross to standing in one move. He is just a very active guy, does tons of gardening, isn't over weight and plays 18 holes of golf once a week.
I'm still a way out from this picture. But I started to feel it a little bit (mostly my back first, and some knees popping). It hit me I better get ahead of what I can and have been doing daily conditioning for all those joints I want to keep.
I've served senior groups many times. I'll gladly help you with any mobility issues. Just stop asking for unlimited coffee! Age only gets so many passes
One of my favorite jokes too is the Reuben is an old man sandwich. Guy over 55, I'll motherfucking put money on him ordering a Reuben, it's not even a contest, easy money
I'm not a big reuben fan myself BUT there was this place that had a turkey reuben slider on a very tame rye bread that I was a big fan of from time to time. Roast beef hot shots are a senior trap also - soft on soft on soft - exactly what their teeth desire lol.
Use it or lose it. Or, more honestly, use it and lose it more slowly. Age will come for you all. At 45 the warranty on your body parts starts wearing out. Living this long is obscene in the eyes of god and we are punished for our hubris.
I had that same attitude growing up, I thought I'd be dead or in jail before I ever had to think about retiring. As a result I have done nothing to prepare myself for the old age that I'm rapidly sliding into. Not that you're asking but my advice would be to plan for the contingency that you might live to ninety.
This also happens WAY earlier than most of the things you might think of. Go sit on the floor for a little while and see what getting up is like. Might already not be as trivial as you think it will be.
Everyone gets old sure, but how many of these people proactively do strength and mobility training 3x a week to stay healthy and protect against this? It's not magic it's basic health science. I've seen people in their 90s, older than the people here, move much much better because they did basic training as doctors advise. I train now and plan to do it forever so I don't become frail and weak one moment sooner than is biologically inevitable.
Musaria
This is the way.
warcat91
Damn guys. That last pic didn't turn out. Everyone back to your places.
jammer909
Someone hit the Life Alert button!
geotard
Knees are the dumbest joint that nature evolved. I know because I have two stupids ones.
GerardEngelage
I'm in the low seventies, trying to practice a few times per week without using furniture. Hope this will help.
drinkthederpentine
Do strength training. My grandpa did it into his 90s and regularly outpaced people 20 years younger than him.
MrsHowVeryDareYou
I read somewhere a long time ago that getting up off the floor without using your hands is a sign of… health or youthfulness or something? Ever since I’ve been conscious of not using my hands. Didn’t say anything about making horrible groaning noises and then bragging about it though…
MrsHowVeryDareYou
The secret is 1. Only being in my forties and 2. Inertia and counterbalance.
JackingMeHoff
A little weekly exercise can prevent this geriatric body disconnect. I have two aunts in their mid-90's who would shame these out of shape reptiles.
sloomoo
I have, more than once, in the last few years, wondered if I'd have to call someone to help me stand back up. Always carry your cell phone.
Mithi
ALWAYS! Especially bathroom and toilet.
elvisdumbledore
They should follow https://www.instagram.com/granny__guns/
80thousand85
Oh how exciting. The journey of getting older. My knees hurt just watching this
1potsie
You still have knees?
80thousand85
For now...
Exyr
I gotta start stretching more.
Neurisko
In my 50s, just recently started a routine of lifting weights and stretching and doing more cardio. It's definitely worth it, but the first few workouts after being sedentary are rough. Start as soon as you can.
drinkthederpentine
This
SlippeyPetey2000
I feel their pain
Humainenz
VodkaReindeer
What are they lacking? Balance? Strength? Pain?
Subsound
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erinaceus
i am in this picture.
GenesisAmadeus
I'm in this picture ,and I am not happy.
youbetchamom
To be fair, getting up off the ground is way better than being put down under the ground.
MissDeeMeanor
Don't laugh, kiddies, your turn is coming.......
mrsdowneyjr
Absolutely laugh. They are
HUGHgReaction
If they are lucky enough
RetroBlast
I learned I was in this group when I sat on the floor to wrap Christmas presents, and then had to crawl to the couch to pull myself up.
ironknickered
As they are now you soon will be.
Maviyakuku
Whence.
F4ndango
This is why I lift weights. Seriously, this is literally why.
drinkthederpentine
Exactly. It's not rocket scientist. Any doctor will tell you you need to stay active and strength training is the pinnacle.
IjustsaywhatIthink
I agree with this, but sometimes a life or hard labor just catches up with you. Exercise helps but if you get arthritis in your back and other joints? Well, you just hurt. All the time. For the rest of your life.
dupreezananda3000
Definitely Afrikaans. Love it
Poppypoppoppop
Ah shit, that's how I get out of bed and I'm in my 30s
ElbowDeepInAJedi
Wow. Called out first thing in the morning. As soon as I've had my blood pressure medicine you're going to get such a talking to!
TicoGuy
My FIL is 69 and he can go from full sit on the floor with legs cross to standing in one move. He is just a very active guy, does tons of gardening, isn't over weight and plays 18 holes of golf once a week.
brujo123
I'm in this picture and I'm offended
nclu
I'm still a way out from this picture. But I started to feel it a little bit (mostly my back first, and some knees popping). It hit me I better get ahead of what I can and have been doing daily conditioning for all those joints I want to keep.
GravyEducation
I've served senior groups many times. I'll gladly help you with any mobility issues. Just stop asking for unlimited coffee! Age only gets so many passes
JackieTreehornProductions
How else are we supposed to stay awake after lunch? Did I say we? I meant they... how are THEY supposed to stay awake?
GravyEducation
One of my favorite jokes too is the Reuben is an old man sandwich. Guy over 55, I'll motherfucking put money on him ordering a Reuben, it's not even a contest, easy money
JackieTreehornProductions
I'm not a big reuben fan myself BUT there was this place that had a turkey reuben slider on a very tame rye bread that I was a big fan of from time to time. Roast beef hot shots are a senior trap also - soft on soft on soft - exactly what their teeth desire lol.
GravyEducation
Turkey Reuben is called a Rachel just FYI old timer. I love roast beef sandwiches myself.
manyslayer
Ha, jokes on you. I'm not (does math real quick) over 55 and I love Reubens.
DYLANLEE79
Drop it low.
TheobromineAddict
I was invited to an event recently. Was told to "bring a blanket, we'll be sitting on the floor". Did not go.
DeadyBearr
"are chairs not allowed?" I have a folding chair.
whatspaulplayingtoday
Yeah, that's an immediate pass.
DukePhelan
A pity it would have been a great opportunity to flex your wearable chair.
JCDenton10
Chairable
beerbarrel
Laugh it up youngsters; this too, will happen to you!
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IjustsaywhatIthink
I believed that once, yet here I am. Damn it.
MusicPenguin
Only if they are lucky.
webx9001
41, can confirm
chaylar
Nah, climate change/raiders/war will kill me long before I get old.
Snooj
Use it or lose it. Or, more honestly, use it and lose it more slowly. Age will come for you all. At 45 the warranty on your body parts starts wearing out. Living this long is obscene in the eyes of god and we are punished for our hubris.
badairdayyay
Nah, planet will grow hot enough to kill us off before that.
MisterLemons
Hah, I'm a millennial, I'm either going to die of starvation, exposure, medical ailment, climate, or the resource wars LONG before im 90.
pullingsixty
I had that same attitude growing up, I thought I'd be dead or in jail before I ever had to think about retiring. As a result I have done nothing to prepare myself for the old age that I'm rapidly sliding into. Not that you're asking but my advice would be to plan for the contingency that you might live to ninety.
Ironblitz
Kinda looks like my 37 yo ass. Getting off the couch. At 65, just strap me to a 2 wheeler like Hannibal Lecter.
Freak0zoid
They seem to be laughing at themselves
pareidoliaperson
35male and I ain't doing much laufen.
Jaqdakloun
F you man, it's happening already and I'm nowhere near this advanced in age.
SecondSince
It's already starting! D:
AllTheGoodOnesWereGone
This also happens WAY earlier than most of the things you might think of. Go sit on the floor for a little while and see what getting up is like. Might already not be as trivial as you think it will be.
drinkthederpentine
Everyone gets old sure, but how many of these people proactively do strength and mobility training 3x a week to stay healthy and protect against this? It's not magic it's basic health science. I've seen people in their 90s, older than the people here, move much much better because they did basic training as doctors advise. I train now and plan to do it forever so I don't become frail and weak one moment sooner than is biologically inevitable.
GabbyJayYay
"Will" ???
You mean "is"......
Rhythmaster
Or I could turn out like my moms boyfriend who bikes 60km every Sunday, rain or shine. He's in his mid 70s.
BendOverAndIllShowYa
If you’re lucky enough.
ApplesdaKitty
In some cases, its the reality while youre 20 yrs old.
SidneyMajora
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mostlyh2o
EXACTLY what I was going to say!!!
Dogfacedboy
It already has. I'm 58 and I've had a fake hip since I was 53. Got ran over by a car. Makes you feel really old.
Hawkgirl203
"As you are now, so once was I. As I am now, so you will be.” A common old tombstone epitaph.
PhallicsJones
Stranger stop, as you pass by
As you are now, so once was I
Where I am now, you will be
So be prepared to follow me
Hawkgirl203
That wa actually the exact quote I had in mind, but couldn’t find it.!