40+ Club : Where the Cool Kids Are

Happy Monday!

alf - I lift 4 days a week in the morning fasted, with a 15 minute HIIT tagged on after and then a run on those days after work, those are my work days. I do low intensity cardio the other 3, usually 60 minute walks or swimming.

samuel - I love deadlifts are you doing a full body routine on your lift days?

Beeps - that sounds like an awesome 2 week plan to me... except for the 2 day fasts. What are you allowed to consume on those days?

sdereski - LOL, that's awesome! you could pass for 31 anyway! ;

I'm with you KellySue, just dragging today except I didn't get my lifting in this morning. I had the crappiest sleep, slept in a little too long on Sunday so was up later than normal last night and then restless, ughh. Going for a walk before breaking my fast today and then will get in my lifts after work.

I was so excited to find a 40+ club. It does get much harder after 40 (for a variety of reasons). It is sure nice to have this kind of support and inspiration!

Thanks Beeps and kellysue. I feel 31 most days, so yeah, I could say I'm 31 at heart.

Got my run in today! Didn't let the cold stop me. Tomorrow is lifting day. Also time to increase the weights a bit as well.

Welcome ichibanmom bad javakitty. It's a great group.

All this talk of fasting....I need to get back on track with that. I used to do a weekly 24 hr fast and it worked wonders in helping me keep the weight off.

I ran a marathon and the Badass Dash obstacle race over the past few weekends - steer you midlife crisis towards participating in rigorous physical activities, it is probably much better for you and your family than buying that convertible Corvette you can't afford or leaving your spouse for that 20-something year old!

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I'm 44, how do I sign up?

I'm 44, how do I sign up?

No signing up- just jump in!!! Welcome!

http://summertomato.com/goals-are-for-losers/

^^^ This is what I'm going to try! Building a "system"....I actually am quite a systems-person, so this could be quite awesome! And, my husband is a great systems-builder, so he can be my "collaborator", I think.

This is how I get OUT of the "last 10 lbs" club and into the "lifestyle" club....I might HARP about "inputs" all the time, but I still haven't digested them (and remain focused on the "outputs").

YAY!

I am starting out "my" system with some DATA....I called to book a DEXA (whole body composition) because i PROMISED myself I'd do it for my birthday (which is this weekend).

And, I thought they'd be booking into end-of-November or December. Nope, I'm in TOMORROW morning at 8:20!

Guess my 3-day fasting (800 cals Sunday, 1,000 cals Monday, 900 cals today) was ALL FOR SOMETHING.

Anyways, I'm totally, totally AFRAID. And, I'm going to feel the fear and do it anyway!

I totally don't want it to say 30% bodyfat! I totally know it isn't going to say 20% bodyfat (which is what I am aiming for...)....so, am trying to brace myself that "it's just data" that can be (positively) used in setting up my system!

Good Morning All! Beeps- read the article, interesting concepts there! Might be looking into it some more.

Today is a rest day for me, but I'll be back at it tomorrow. Just trying to keep calories in check today.

Have a good day!

Happy Humping!! I mean Hump day =P

Beeps - thanks for sharing that. 'Systems' keep me sane Love that your hubby is such a support for you. Hope you share the results of that test!!

I got my liting in this morning, I get to increase my bench and pendlay rows next go around!! Also tacked on a 15 minute tabata for good measure

I AM 32.7% BODYFAT!

Ugggghhhhh.

5' 8 3/4" this morning and 146.6 lbs on the DEXA scale stuff.

And, yep, I am 32.7% BODYFAT - even my *lean* torso is not that f*cking lean - 28.6%. Each leg is 40%.

Sooooooooooo, I was HOPING I wasn't "30%" - for 2 YEARS I've been aiming for 20%. And, in fact, I am 32.7% BODYFAT.

I am feeling AWFUL about myself right now - will perk up tomorrow (I also had my flu shot, today).

Unbelievable how DELUSIONAL I have been.

Also, totally UNBELIEVABLE what the "naked eye" sees, compared to a DEXA. Just sayin'....

(Can you IMAGINE what I must have been, in my "before" picture - omg, I bet I was 50%-friggin'-bodyfat!!! Ugh.)

Beeps~ Take some deep breaths. You'll be fine. You've got this. I have had this in my file for some time now. I find it helpful to read every so often. Hopefully some of it will be helpful to you too...

M - Make short term goals.
O- Out with the negative thoughts.
T- Think of why we want it.
I - Imagine how you will feel.
V - Visualize the future.
A - Acknowledge your success'
T - Treat yourself with respect.
I - Investigate new ideas and foods.
O - Observe your healthy lifestyle
N - NEVER GIVE UP OR NEVER GIVE IN......

Hi there, just joining in. I am 42 yrs old and mother of 1. Hoping to change gears from weight loss to body recomposition.


Beeps, I am totally inspired by your story and your progress. You look great, and you should take pride in the fact that you are far healthier, fitter and stronger that you were and that you will move forward!

Thanks for all of you and your inspiration!

Good Morning Cook Kids! Got some lifting in today, and now for a busy last day of work (for this week) for me. Meetings on our new insurance costs for next year and all kinds of other fun stuff. OFF tomorrow to spend some time with my grandson! Can't wait!!