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It's official: I'm an old man
RealWorldStrengthLLC
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Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
I'm still in my 20s.
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Meh, you just have goals and are smart enough to do what you want6
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And just think of everyone else hung over and feeling like 💩 while you’re fresh and killing your workout!0
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by that logic I am also an old man
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You’re sensible and wise. You figured out what’s best for your body at a young age. While others like me, had to take the long, hard bumpy road. Good for you!1
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youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
If you're old already, what will it be be 30 years from now when you reach my age??1 -
youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
If you're old already, what will it be be 30 years from now when you reach my age??
I probably won't live that long TBH.
I treated my body pretty bad for a lot of years. Substance abuse. Smoking and Dipping. A lot of it while out of shape, a lot of it really fit (which is probably harder on the body pulling an 8 mile run still drunk). I've been everything from underweight to fit but alcoholic (military) to obese drinker and smoker (post military) to finally trying to take care of myself (last 8 months or so). I'm also on some MH meds that are pretty rough on the kidneys, and my kidneys are probably not in the best of shape to begin with. High protein diet doesn't help much either but being a lifter is what keeps me on track in every other area of life so it's a necessary evil. I also snowboard, dirtbike, have dabbled in skydiving and plan to again, and have a lot of other hobbies that aren't the safest.
Obviously I don't have a deathwish, but I'm realistic about the fact that I've been pretty rough on my body in my life.4 -
Will_Workout_for_food wrote: »By that logic i was old since i was in my teens
Never did the night scene. Always home before 10. I dont do bars or clubs.
Same. Dinner by 7, then night time tea while watching Forensic Files. Now that I'm 31, I am more versatile - Columbo and Golden Girls.0 -
youcantflexcardio wrote: »youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
If you're old already, what will it be be 30 years from now when you reach my age??
I probably won't live that long TBH.
I treated my body pretty bad for a lot of years. Substance abuse. Smoking and Dipping. A lot of it while out of shape, a lot of it really fit (which is probably harder on the body pulling an 8 mile run still drunk). I've been everything from underweight to fit but alcoholic (military) to obese drinker and smoker (post military) to finally trying to take care of myself (last 8 months or so). I'm also on some MH meds that are pretty rough on the kidneys, and my kidneys are probably not in the best of shape to begin with. High protein diet doesn't help much either but being a lifter is what keeps me on track in every other area of life so it's a necessary evil. I also snowboard, dirtbike, have dabbled in skydiving and plan to again, and have a lot of other hobbies that aren't the safest.
Obviously I don't have a deathwish, but I'm realistic about the fact that I've been pretty rough on my body in my life.
You will be suprised at how resilient your body will be if you have chosen a healthier path already. You are only in your 20's, there is nothing in your life you have done for a long time yet. When i was in my 20's i had the same mindset as you, there is no way ill be around that long......its kind of silly to think that. It only seems like you have abused yourself forever because you are still young. If you were 50 and had abused yourself for 35 yrs maybe you could say wow i doubt ill ever make it to 70, but in your 20's with half of those years not even yet in puberty......you have yet begun to defile yourself
. So just keep on with what you're doing, the odds are way better you'll live longer than you think. 7 -
youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
You sound like someone who has transitioned to adulthood but not old age.
Have you found yourself more drawn to buffets? Are you starting to obsess about your lawn, where your neighbors are parked or the weather? Did you think the music was too loud? Any trouble using technology? How many times do you wake up to pee during the night?
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youcantflexcardio wrote: »youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
If you're old already, what will it be be 30 years from now when you reach my age??
I probably won't live that long TBH.
I treated my body pretty bad for a lot of years. Substance abuse. Smoking and Dipping. A lot of it while out of shape, a lot of it really fit (which is probably harder on the body pulling an 8 mile run still drunk). I've been everything from underweight to fit but alcoholic (military) to obese drinker and smoker (post military) to finally trying to take care of myself (last 8 months or so). I'm also on some MH meds that are pretty rough on the kidneys, and my kidneys are probably not in the best of shape to begin with. High protein diet doesn't help much either but being a lifter is what keeps me on track in every other area of life so it's a necessary evil. I also snowboard, dirtbike, have dabbled in skydiving and plan to again, and have a lot of other hobbies that aren't the safest.
Obviously I don't have a deathwish, but I'm realistic about the fact that I've been pretty rough on my body in my life.
You will be suprised at how resilient your body will be if you have chosen a healthier path already. You are only in your 20's, there is nothing in your life you have done for a long time yet. When i was in my 20's i had the same mindset as you, there is no way ill be around that long......its kind of silly to think that. It only seems like you have abused yourself forever because you are still young. If you were 50 and had abused yourself for 35 yrs maybe you could say wow i doubt ill ever make it to 70, but in your 20's with half of those years not even yet in puberty......you have yet begun to defile yourself. So just keep on with what you're doing, the odds are way better you'll live longer than you think.
I totally agree!! I'd just add visit your physician on the reg. Especially with your kidneys....I'm sure you do, it's just that worry wart mom in me that needs to say that😉....and eat your vegetables you young whippersnapper!!!!😁2 -
I’m 22 and the highlight of my day is my morning oats and coffee before everyone else wakes up4
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How do you feel about tattoos and loose women?1
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youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
You sound like someone who has transitioned to adulthood but not old age.
Have you found yourself more drawn to buffets? Are you starting to obsess about your lawn, where your neighbors are parked or the weather? Did you think the music was too loud? Any trouble using technology? How many times do you wake up to pee during the night?
If I'm bulking I definitely won't say no to a buffet. Live in a townhome, no lawn. I get irritated when someone parks in my spot. I definitely watch the weather for my outdoor activities. My roomates music is too loud sometimes. I've always been a luddite with technology - I prefer a pen and paper for workout logs and grocery lists. I do pee at least once a night because I drink a gallon + water throughout the day.
LMAO I'm just kidding...kind of.
Also I'm kinda barely still in my 20s. I'm 29.1 -
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leut_underpants wrote: »
now Bonnie has aged like fine wine, i have to say!~0 -
Turned 38 last month. Wake up to pee twice a night and ears ring all the time. Everything else still works fine.0
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youcantflexcardio wrote: »
If I'm bulking I definitely won't say no to a buffet. Live in a townhome, no lawn. I get irritated when someone parks in my spot. I
Also I'm kinda barely still in my 20s. I'm 29.
This explains everything! You're not old. You're just at the age where u realize what ur priorities are. That & you no longer have time for any BS!0 -
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Hahaha which one did you decide on? Have you ever watched Midsomer Murders? It's a great Masterpiece Mysteries detective show. I binged watched 15 seasons in 2 weeks. 0 -
I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So1
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CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So
you can still salvage it.0 -
Show woke me up and was like "I'm gonna go" I was like "Ok you got it"CoffeeAndContour wrote: »CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So Did she just leave, and you woke up and she was gone?CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So
you can still salvage it.
meh, it's ok1 -
CoffeeAndContour wrote: »CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »
Show woke me up and was like "I'm gonna go" I was like "Ok you got it"CoffeeAndContour wrote: »CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So Did she just leave, and you woke up and she was gone?CaptainFantastic01 wrote: »I can top that. Last night I went on a date and she came over after and I fell asleep watching a movie. So
you can still salvage it.
meh, it's ok
Did you like her?
Judging by the “you got it”
I’m not certain.
I didn't really know what else to do. She seemed really nervous and so we didn't talk a lot. maybe not a good match0 -
youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
You're confusing responsibility with age. And...still in your 20's? I've got ear wax older than you. I'm 64 racing towards 65 and retirement.1 -
youcantflexcardio wrote: »youcantflexcardio wrote: »Tonight I went to a concert my cousin was playing at a bar, stayed only for his set, drank nothing but water, and left at 10:30 because I wanted to have my bedtime meal at 11, and I get up at 7 to go to the grocery store and the gym.
I'm still in my 20s.
You sound like someone who has transitioned to adulthood but not old age.
Have you found yourself more drawn to buffets? Are you starting to obsess about your lawn, where your neighbors are parked or the weather? Did you think the music was too loud? Any trouble using technology? How many times do you wake up to pee during the night?
If I'm bulking I definitely won't say no to a buffet. Live in a townhome, no lawn. I get irritated when someone parks in my spot. I definitely watch the weather for my outdoor activities. My roomates music is too loud sometimes. I've always been a luddite with technology - I prefer a pen and paper for workout logs and grocery lists. I do pee at least once a night because I drink a gallon + water throughout the day.
LMAO I'm just kidding...kind of.
Also I'm kinda barely still in my 20s. I'm 29.
Not old.
Old people like a buffet not because they are bulking but perception that it is a deal.
They think about people parking wrong all over the place not just being irritated with someone taking their assigned spot.
You'd be concerned about the lawn care of the place you live even if someone else takes care of it.
You'd have a rain gauge and talk about it even if you did not go anywhere. You would watch the weather report religously. You would want to know how much rain or snow someone else had gotten too.
All music is too loud except the music you blare.
You have to get up and pee at night no matter how much you drink.
Your computer breaks or gets a virus just by you looking at it. You don't know how to text, reset your clock and the remote control has too many buttons you can not figure out. A teenager has to grudgingly try to explain things to you. It is not a preference for low tech things.
(Not all older people are like this but I know people who are.)2 -
Funny! When my now toddler was 2 months old, my baby sister watched her while my husband and I went on our first date night since we had her. I surprised him with tickets to see his favorite band. We got there early and left after maybe two songs after his fav. band started. I have never left a concert early..never. until that day.0
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FeelinFooFoo wrote: »I'm only 31. Soon to be 32 and I'm already an old lady. I'm just morphing into a pensioner.
I need to plan a trip to Ibiza or something 'zany' to avoid full OAP hood.
I'll be 32 in March, and down for a zany extravaganza!1
https://youtu.be/vhe3vb0z7mY
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