I love your message here. And the rebel in me is rising up to the challenge. This is just more society programming that im not going to take lying down.
Am I going to go out with a bang, or slump down and whimper like a loser?
Why do we buy into the bullshit idea that getting older means giving up, letting go, slacking off, becoming weak, turning to flab, being a pansy? It’s time to question the narrative.
Yes to this! I started farming at age 57. It was a marvelous and challenging adventure after 35 years of teaching and earning three degrees. I did need to exit when I realized I was not able to financially or physically maintain that pace when I reached my 65th birthday. I have several Fab Fives—role models in their 80s, peers in their 70s, and young people I met mentoring on the farm or in my current garden in their early 30s to 50’s. I’m not into competitive exercise, but do stay active and definitely live a health-conscious lifestyle.
Omg yes! Physicians are so guilty of ageism. People look to them for guidance and they are so often limiting or out of step with current research about the key role of muscle and strength.
Participated (52) in a weight lifting class and my instructor was 70! She kicked our butts. And also reminded me why I do what i do and how it will benefit me later in life as well as now.
I love your message here. And the rebel in me is rising up to the challenge. This is just more society programming that im not going to take lying down.
Am I going to go out with a bang, or slump down and whimper like a loser?
Why do we buy into the bullshit idea that getting older means giving up, letting go, slacking off, becoming weak, turning to flab, being a pansy? It’s time to question the narrative.
Well said Tim!!
Yes to this! I started farming at age 57. It was a marvelous and challenging adventure after 35 years of teaching and earning three degrees. I did need to exit when I realized I was not able to financially or physically maintain that pace when I reached my 65th birthday. I have several Fab Fives—role models in their 80s, peers in their 70s, and young people I met mentoring on the farm or in my current garden in their early 30s to 50’s. I’m not into competitive exercise, but do stay active and definitely live a health-conscious lifestyle.
Outstanding!!!
Omg yes! Physicians are so guilty of ageism. People look to them for guidance and they are so often limiting or out of step with current research about the key role of muscle and strength.
Absolutely. At 55 I’m in the best shape of my life and know there is much more to come. And I so look forward to being in that 80+ group at the races!
Participated (52) in a weight lifting class and my instructor was 70! She kicked our butts. And also reminded me why I do what i do and how it will benefit me later in life as well as now.