Muscle build up and age
samdavis512
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Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
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Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
In what context? As in can you gain muscle at any age?0 -
You mean, when does male puberty end?
Or do you mean what age does ageing start to deteriorate lean mass?0 -
:drinker: Bumping for later!0
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You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?0 -
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I MEANT TILL WHAT AGE MUSCLE BULID UP CONTINUES0
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You should be able to continue to build muscle up until you die, as long as you're in a surplus.I MEANT TILL WHAT AGE MUSCLE BULID UP CONTINUES0 -
It will get harder with age as you are combating the other effects of getting old (joints, illness, natural decrease in bone density etc etc) but, with that being said, I am not aware of an age limitation. If you are asking about you in particular, there is no reason at your age at all you cannot.
She is 75 and still competes as a body builder:
He is 81 - the UKs oldest power lifter:
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Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
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Well of course. That being said, muscle STILL should be built. Also, one could assume that test levels would be higher, cause the subject has been lifting for a long time. Well I assumed at least. :ohwell:
Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
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Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
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I was wondering the same basic thing. I talked to a nutritionist about my goals a couple of weeks ago, and she told me that it is hard to gain muscle mass at my age. (43) I would love to be the weight I am now with single digit body fat, but that would mean gaining about 20 to 30 lbs of muscle. Is it possible to gain lean mass in your 40s? Are there any legal supplements that will help with that?0 -
Get your test levels checked.
Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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I was wondering the same basic thing. I talked to a nutritionist about my goals a couple of weeks ago, and she told me that it is hard to gain muscle mass at my age. (43) I would love to be the weight I am now with single digit body fat, but that would mean gaining about 20 to 30 lbs of muscle. Is it possible to gain lean mass in your 40s? Are there any legal supplements that will help with that?0 -
Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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Been in fitness for 28+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
I was wondering the same basic thing. I talked to a nutritionist about my goals a couple of weeks ago, and she told me that it is hard to gain muscle mass at my age. (43) I would love to be the weight I am now with single digit body fat, but that would mean gaining about 20 to 30 lbs of muscle. Is it possible to gain lean mass in your 40s? Are there any legal supplements that will help with that?
It is absolutely possible to gain lean mass in your 40s. It is important to keep your fats up as you get older, particularly Omega-3 fatty acids:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21159787
You may want to think about creatine but I am sure there are other peeps far more knowledgeable about supplements so will be better suited to answering that.0 -
I am 50 and just started heavy weight lifting 3 months ago,took my bf messurments at the start and have lost bf% and stayed the same weight,to me this meens that I have gained muscle.so I would say you can gain muscle at any age,just might take longer than a 20 year old but still is possible0
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It's possible to gain muscle at any age, but the amount of muscle is easier to build when you're younger due to hormones. 20-30 of lean muscle over 40 is tough. Eating would have to be spot on, and training progressive each month.
Will have to disagree with you here because testosterone levels have a lot to do with it. And aging definitely reduces it. That's why even some of the most muscular people will lose muscle as they age even if their nutrition and training were spot on. Now if there were enhancement.............
You should be able to continue to build muscle until you die. As long as you're in a surplus.Would like to her your views on muscle build up continues upto what age ?
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 28+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
I was wondering the same basic thing. I talked to a nutritionist about my goals a couple of weeks ago, and she told me that it is hard to gain muscle mass at my age. (43) I would love to be the weight I am now with single digit body fat, but that would mean gaining about 20 to 30 lbs of muscle. Is it possible to gain lean mass in your 40s? Are there any legal supplements that will help with that?
Most supplements (with the exception of creatine and protein) are pretty much hype.
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Also, realistically, progress is often slowed by inevitable problems with injury, recovery capacity, etc. Just means working smarter vs harder. I'm under 40 but am very careful with increasing loads for those reasons. Am learning to listen to my body & be patient.
That said, those are some inspiring (and hot-looking!) pensioners, Sarahuk2sf.0 -
Thanks for the replies. I am taking creatine, and protein, but until January 31, when I decide to try a bulk phase, I don't know how much it will help, due to my caloric deficit. I have heard creatine helps with strength gains, as well, though, which should help my development. I've heard that ZMA is supposed to help with testosterone, and rest, but I don't put much faith in it, and I think my testosterone levels are fine, still. I know my wife is usually quite happy with me.
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Sorry but siding with ninerbuff on this one. Although you can still build muscle mass as you age it gets progressively harder to the point that, at best, your maintaining the muscle mass you have. Its a process known as Sarcopenia - if you dont lift/train then its very progressive and muscle mass will drop drastically each decade. Training with proper nutrition can reduce the rate of muscle loss but unlikely to boost it over 65/75 unless you havn't lifted in years or have limited functional capabilities.
Wikipedia may not be the best source but still: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarcopenia0 -
This is depressing. So, I am choosing to ignore all facts and just press on.0
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This is depressing. So, I am choosing to ignore all facts and just press on.
None of the statistical advice/analysis depresses me, if you have the determination, you will get there. It may take a little more time, but you will... : )0 -
This is depressing. So, I am choosing to ignore all facts and just press on.
None of the statistical advice/analysis depresses me, if you have the determination, you will get there. It may take a little more time, but you will... : )
I obviously don't mean clinically depressed. I also am aware of the effects of aging. Building muscle mass gets more difficult, until, damn near impossible. But, that doesn't mean you can't be in top shape for your age.0 -
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I hope I die in my 90's and I hope it takes 8 guys to carry my coffin
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75-Year Old Female Bodybuilder, Ernestine Shepherd Still Going Strong
Ernestine Shepherd has gained tonnes of popularity over the net lately for being the world’s oldest female bodybuilder.
http://fabodylous.com/2012/07/75-year-old-female-bodybuilder-ernestine-shepherd-still-going-strong.html0 -
I didn't start lifting heavy until the last 5 yrs. I graduated from high school 22 yrs ago at 148 lbs. I've hit 255 lbs twice with 34% body fat. Now at 41 my body fat is in the mid teens and I'm weighing in at 220 lbs. I'm lifting more than I could in my 20's and I'm getting stronger progressively. I'm not trying to uproot trees or pick up cars, but I'm getting stronger. I live an active lifestyle and my age doesn't feel like it's slowing me down. Statistics don't apply to everyone.0
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This is depressing. So, I am choosing to ignore all facts and just press on.
I treat it as a challenge!
I was lifting double on some exercises than a couple of 18 year olds were in the gym on Saturday so it's a real feel good factor. I'm 52.
I have to be more sensible and gains are slower. I can't squat, deadlift or do lunges due to various injuries and have to be careful with bench presses but I'm still progresssing.0 -
The day before my step-father died of heart failure in his sleep, he did 100 sit ups, 100 push ups and walked 5 miles. Even the EMT's that tried in vane it resuscitate him commented on how muscular he was.
He was 73.
For me, my goal is simply to not lose much, if any, muscle while I'm losing weight. I have never had much upper body strength. The one area I have not increased lift strength much is in the arms, for curls anyway. But I have gotten up to 60# for 1 arm bent rows which has helped shape my arms more.
Genes are a big part of it too. One of my nephews has a natural build that the average man has to spend hours a day in the gym to build. His father never works out but has massive arms.0 -
Most supplements will minutely raise test. I used to be a supplement junkie taking up to 50 pills a day since I didn't want to use AS to gain mass. Spent a lot of money doing it and eventually learned that most supplements are just hype.Thanks for the replies. I am taking creatine, and protein, but until January 31, when I decide to try a bulk phase, I don't know how much it will help, due to my caloric deficit. I have heard creatine helps with strength gains, as well, though, which should help my development. I've heard that ZMA is supposed to help with testosterone, and rest, but I don't put much faith in it, and I think my testosterone levels are fine, still. I know my wife is usually quite happy with me.
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THIS. I still LOOK like I have a lot of muscle, but I know that I've been losing it slowly as my strength has be declining little by little each year. But I'm as fit as someone who's in their late 20's.This is depressing. So, I am choosing to ignore all facts and just press on.
None of the statistical advice/analysis depresses me, if you have the determination, you will get there. It may take a little more time, but you will... : )
I obviously don't mean clinically depressed. I also am aware of the effects of aging. Building muscle mass gets more difficult, until, damn near impossible. But, that doesn't mean you can't be in top shape for your age.
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 28+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition0
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