Just turned 61 (before and after with pic)

brentopia
Posts: 113 Member
Yeah, okay, I know I'm not a giant muscle guy - but lifting has helped me a lot and I think I've come a long way. Just turned 61 and wanted to post my pic for two reasons... 1) I want a pat on the back for the hard work! Lol... 2) I want to encourage any older members starting out that it's never too late in life to start lifting and lose the gut.
MFP has been a big help to me. Thanks for reading!
MFP has been a big help to me. Thanks for reading!

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Wow! Awesome work!1
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Excellent!! It's good to know we can get better with age. I'm 52 and trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.1
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Wow. You look amazing. I've just started another weight loss journey at age 59. I struggle at this age but 21 lb has to go and I am one very determined lady. Thanks for posting your pic it has motivated and inspired me. Well done! 🙌2
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Thank you, everyone! Jan0404 - you made my day... so glad this motivated you in your journey!0
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Great job! I'll be 61 in January. Your b4 and afters look almost exactly like mine. I went from 240 to 172 (so far). We share a common message. It's never too late to turn things around. I hope more people 60+ will be moved to post their success stories as well. Aging doesn't have to be a bad thing. Again, well done!. Hope you'll keep us posted and inspired with your success! ...I'm off for my run.6
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Fantastic work - your pat on the back is well deserved
I'm working towards the same goal at 45 - I started at 210 and am down to 180 so far since July with a few more still to go... but these are the stubborn last ones! I've got a problem with my left knee and shifting a few lbs has helped more than I expected.2 -
Cant_think_of_a_username wrote: »I've got a problem with my left knee and shifting a few lbs has helped more than I expected.
Funny you should mention trouble with your left knee - I have the same. Losing some weight but especially building muscle around my left knee area helped me significantly. It's now an infrequent inconvenience instead of a constant irritant and ache. Progressive weight lifting has changed so many things for the better for me. I can't recommend it enough.
Thanks for the 'pat' on the back!and congrats to you and your own progress. I love seeing people transform and reach their goals - so freaking awesome.
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Great job! I'll be 61 in January. Your b4 and afters look almost exactly like mine. I went from 240 to 172 (so far). We share a common message. It's never too late to turn things around. I hope more people 60+ will be moved to post their success stories as well. Aging doesn't have to be a bad thing. Again, well done!. Hope you'll keep us posted and inspired with your success! ...I'm off for my run.
Thanks and congrats to you on your great progress. I couldn't agree more - its never too late. If anyone reading this is on the fence - start a lifting routine now!
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You look like a muscle guy to me! Strong and fit doesn't equate to bulk3
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Awesome progress & great way to show that age is not an excuse for taking more control over your health2
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Keto_Vampire wrote: »Awesome progress & great way to show that age is not an excuse for taking more control over your health
Thank you - and you're exactly right ... no matter the age, lifting does our bodies good.
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Great job! I’m 58 and back to MFP again for loss, this time to postpone hip surgery and get knee relief.
Glad to see your progress for inspiration.2 -
Great work comrade!1
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You look fantastic! Awesome job!1
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Congrats from someone slightly older than you. Which means I know it's not easy at this stage in life.2
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Thanks EVGuy1 (got an electric car?), JonesJennings, jdubois5351!Congrats from someone slightly older than you. Which means I know it's not easy at this stage in life.
And 4Pop, I agree, it is tougher to start lifting when older (you look great btw!) ... but so rewarding, not only aesthetically - but stronger legs, core, etc. provide real world benefits as we age.1 -
Keto_Vampire wrote: »Awesome progress & great way to show that age is not an excuse for taking more control over your health
Keto Vampire (love your username. Lol.) Thanks and you're exactly right. I see many people my age that just think it's too late to start weight lifting - but of course, it isn't. I know at some point, I won't make gains - but I'm going to keep going as long as I can... it's become a good habit.
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Simply fantastic! Well done1
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You look fanstastic. Great job!1
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