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submitted 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) by TheReanuKeeves@lemmy.world to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

I'm half joking. But as a 30-something who used to be very active, I recognize I'm over the hill and my joints sound like pop rocks

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[-] yogthos@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 month ago

I'm in my 40s and I'm really glad I got into martial arts back in my 20s and kept up with it.

[-] carlossurf@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 month ago

Walk a lot with the dog, also stretch!!!! Before doing any big exercise. It would have been better to stretch when you were younger but it still helps. Also just exercise and eat healthy

[-] Lazylazycat@lemmy.world 1 points 1 month ago

I run 3 times a week, do yoga most days, walk to and from work, go to raves at the weekend. Getting close to 40 and feeling good still! I don't think we are old enough to be struggling in our bodies yet.

[-] Rooster326@programming.dev 1 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Have kids. Try to be a good dad not just a father.

You will stay very active...

They keep me so tired.

[-] mistermodal@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 month ago

Time to start paying attention to the protein content of your meals. Joint issues are often postural tho

[-] Fmstrat@lemmy.world 1 points 1 month ago

Quite s bit older than you and I:

  • Hike and/or backpack, anywhere from 3-12 miles and up to 5k ft elevation depending on the weekend (and weather, icy mountains are slow going)
  • Gravel biking, or on the trainer with Zwift
  • Running, though I don't particularly like it, so not much
  • And days I just want to move around, archery

You are not old at 30, your body is just out of practice and your mind lacks motivation. Both can be tough to overcome.

If things are hurting, I highly recommend cycling of some form, as it's way less impact. Or hiking with poles, helps a ton. Just take it slow to start.

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