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I didn’t strength train until my 40s. Started being able to curl 15 pound weights. Now at the same reps I’m up to 20 or 25. Years later :) It takes time. It’s

I didn’t strength train until my 40s. Started being able to curl 15 pound weights. Now at the same reps I’m up to 20 or 25. Years later :) It takes time. It’s a very steady climb. No doubt if I was a teenager I’d make much faster progress. But it’s not just about the raw amount of weights, my running pace, etc. The benefits for my mental health in the moment. Improving my sleep and stress. And myriad other benefits make it worth it.

jaggederest 1y ago
"If you're in your 70s and benching 150, you fuckin' think anyone needs to help you with a fuckin' jug of milk? Fuck that." - Dr. Mike Israetel, sport scientist and expert vulgarian https://youtu.be/r8zcF6Ut7lo?t=903 https://youtu.be/r8zcF6Ut7lo?t=903 I hope you continue, friend. The best age to start is when you're young, but the second best age to start is today. Keep at it, and never struggle to get out of a chair.