Fit After 50, Part 1
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- Here’s what you need to keep in mind if you’re going to be fit at any age but especially if you’re over 50.
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54! Grown-ass man! Ex-Navy.
I run 6 days a week, strength train on 4 of those days as well. I eat clean 90% of the time and fast daily - 14+ hours.
I’m also raising two of my grandkids (4/5 years old) with my wife…showing them the way as well.
I feel like a machine and have never felt this good.
Age is only a number.
I feel blessed to look and feel this good!
Thanks for the extra motivation!
I'm 52. Clocked in at 273 pounds this AM. I've gotta change or I'm dead. Much needed. Thanks, Pat.
We all can improve. One day at a time.
It’s either one day or day one! Let’s get it!
I like the point about not worrying about PR. It's unrealistic to expect to keep getting stronger and faster over your life. Just doing the best you can at that stage of your life.
Exactly, I pushed myself for an 8.15 min mile which is great. But beating that is incredibly hard. Im not running a race so there’s no need for me to do that.
I also tried to push myself with a new max weight and ended up hurting myself. If you’re not being paid to be impressive then PRs aren’t worth it.
@@escapedfromnewyork Ego is at the root of many of life's problems. Put it aside, and in Mac's oh-so-important words, "Make incremental improvements each day".
@@escapedfromnewyork I learned that after getting out of the military. You can't be your 20yo in shape version but you can try your best today.
I once heard someone older say about training “I’m no longer chasing pr’s, I’m just trying to maintain. If I can do the same thing next year as I can this year, I’ve won.”
Or something along those lines. Point intact
A couple of Pat Mac diamonds for those of us over 50, “Performance Over Outcome” and “Fitness not Brokenness”
Late 30's I was at my pinnacle. Passed SFAS on my 37th birthday. Not bad for a broken down National Guardsman.
You from mid Michigan?
That's awesome. 19th or 20th group?
Dropping the Ego even at 53 is still hard but great advice.
Crushing workouts feel so much better after fifty.
Pat, I could not agree more with your assessment. I'm 57 about to turn 58. I've been training pretty much all my life. I focus on intensity, heart rate zones, diet, strength & flexibility. A typical workout may consist of a tire flip, followed by inch and a half battle rope, jump rope, some type of core movement that will recruit abs. Typically 4 to 5 movements are completed within an interval time of 4 to 5 minutes, and then a 45 second rest. I also start my day with a liter of water for hydration like yourself and simple black coffee. My first meal will be around noon time and the final meal at about 6 PM. I consistently track my labs specifically hemoglobin A1c, free testosterone, and IGF. I take no medication for high blood pressure or cholesterol. With regard to supplementation I keep things very simple, at this point I don't need anything ( just clean nutritious food). I appreciate you posting this kind of information for people specifically men in their 50s. I appreciate any information that anyone might have and I hope that my information can help someone.
GOOD FOR YOU!
Tell me you're wise without telling me you're wise.
"...because I don't want my intestines shootin' out of my rectum."
Love your stuff Pat, keep up the good work!
I love how you always remind us that mobility equals survivability.
To you reading this right now: You are stronger than you know! Let’s DO THIS! Let’s make our 50s and beyond the BEST years of our lives! THIS IS GONNA GET GREAT REAL SOON!!!
I just turned 40 last week and was being a crybaby, now I’m laughing, thank you for the inspiration
I’m 59, former USN rescue swimmer and still staying fit and active with a four and a five year old! Hurt more, have a bad back and arthritis, but never stop. Work out everyday. Keep it up for us silver beards Pat. GIT-SUM!
Ex paratrooper here with one hip, one ankle and one eye thanks to a parachute accident many moons ago. I'm in my ear 50's and it's my goal to squash th weak 20 somethings every day. 😆
Seriously though, keep it practical and functional. Be harder to kill every day.
54 and in the best shape of my life! Mobility = survivability.
I'm almost 70. Been working out most of my life. Sure I've slowed down ...but if you stop you rot.
Right on brother, I’m 63 and feeling great up at 5 everyday
Great stuff Pat! I recently turned 50 and what I have learned through this process of aging, staying fit and being blessed with fitness, is the utmost importance of progressively WARMING UP. I also have a weekly system, but each day now and for the past several years, requires a MANDATORY 30-minute progressive warmup prior to starting any workout. This is the key to avoiding injury, post 50... for me anyway.
Whether you're under or over 50, you have to continue to stay active. Pat is the current Jack LaLanne. 🤟🏼🤙🏼 🇺🇸
I'm in pretty good shape at 56. I've realized, however, that all the injuries I sustained as a younger man - lacrosse, football, wrestling, neck and back injuries in college - follow into my mature years. I have to maintain a positive attitude about staying fit, healthy, and tough, and not let the past drag at me with its resistance. It's not easy and it does take more work as a man closer to 100 than 0. Unless completely broken by an unforeseeable health problem, I will not stop. I can see how some might be overturned as the burdens that accumulate continue to weigh at them. I also think negative habits (too many beers, donuts, and pizza) take their toll if you are not careful. Attitude is 90% of the battle.
everything is better with the right seasoning
I got snow on the roof… but fire 🔥 burning in the furnace!
Glad I found this... bout 3 years ago I rejected the idea that I'm too old to build muscle and fitness...my recovery time may take longer but being old just means you need to work harder... Being Dangerous ...but Disciplined at 50+ is important to me
Great info
Great motivation
But most of all....
You have a great giggle.
Gaboosh!
Oh hell yeah!!! I'm so in on this!! Bought his Combat Strength Training book today, Ended up having to do girl push ups..AT THE GYM. ZFG.
48 year old Navy cook here. Just banged out my morning push ups.
49 year old former Navy cook here too.
Just finished my band workout. Stay strong brother! 💪
@@MichaelSmith-ri1rb what do ya say shipmate!!! Navy Cooks muster here!🤙
This guy changed my life. 56 and I am F'in rocking. Look better than I did 20 years ago. I do high reps and lower weights. Feeling great and hitting the gym 4 days a week of 2.5 -3 hours. Thanks Pat !!
Well said Pat! do whatcha can w whatcha got around the house, just do it! thanks for the great unorthodox ideas, keeps working out fresh, interesting n fun!
Getting any resistance bands in soon?
I'm 68 Recon Marine then 8th 0311 trashcan you're right we still got it we have to be smarter about it Peace Brother keep up the good work Wakem Up
Keep the blaze alive. Make it habitual.🤘🏻
so true Pat ! i'm working around injuries as best as i can for longevity. I'm in my 60's and trying every day.
A video that I needed right now. Thanks
ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR STYLE, YOUR WAY OF WORKING OUT, ETC!! I BELIEVE EXACTLY THE SAME. AND LOVE THE GTO!
Motivated dedicated!
Sitting here at 47 sore af after out working my 14yo son this weekend. I love it!
Awesome that you talk about motivation being a factor. I definitely find myself having to dig deeper after turning 50.
Just turned 60.
I’ve been an active martial arts (Hayashi Ha Shito-Ryu) practitioner for 41 years.
And yes,agreed, your forties can be your strongest years.
Can I do round house kicks to the head of a 6’5” opponent in the ring anymore?
No.
But I can do powerful low Muai Thai kicks all day to the knees.
Three days a week I find a nice 60 minute up hill hike, paddle board/lake swim, yoga and electric bike.
Just keep moving.
Strong people are hard to kill and generally more useful.....Mark Ripatoe.💪
Brother I love your motivation! It’s contagious!! I’m almost 60 and I still work it daily every morning….. live strong.
I needed that today. I've been on a similar path after a few significant injuries while powerlifting. I do the best I can at 53. I am still making gains. Mainly with my cardiovascular ability, diet, and body composition. Thanks again Pat!
I turned 50 last month. Fortunately I’ve been kicking my own ass all my life. Still, looking around and seeing my friends aging and often not gracefully is not a bad motivator. Your content never disappoints! Staying ready to kick asses including your own is Basic Dude Stuff! Hell yeah!
Rock on!
Turning 56 Marine Corps Veteran. After watching some of your video's. I got off my ass and started training simple body weight stuff push ups , squats and bands. You have help me mentally and physically PatMac keep up the work man especially for the older crew.
Thank you for this.
Great post Pat! Thank you.
In the UK, the Parachute Regiment support the 'Para's 10' (a 10 mile run / march with 35lb daysack) I'm 52 now and have been doing it regularly since I retired from service but one veteran is over 80 years old and still does it. I hope to follow his example.
I agree.
Preach brother. And thanks for everything. I'm 54 and still getting after it.
Just hit 50, just found this channel, started watching and you've got my attention.
Thanks Pat
Rock and Roll!💪🏽😎🇺🇸
Thank you
Great job. Keep it up.
Im 62 and i still go to gym 3 times a week Pat Mac you inspire me.
Nailed it, Pat! There is no need for ego driven PR’s as you age. Smart training is key. At 54 and having a torn up body from a fantastic LE career, the gym is my daily solace six days a week. They taught us the concept of Lifetime Fitness in the academy. I know what it means now, even after starting my weight training at age 14.
Best shape and strength peak. 40/45. I'm 58 and still squat 450 and bench 350 and can run 5 miles. Persistence is the key to success.
Legend of the game! 👊
I’m quickly approaching having to stay fit after 60 and look forward to the challenges that face me. I’m much much stronger and tougher mentally at almost 60 than I ever thought of being in my 20’s. And mental toughness, I think, is half the battle in anything.
I said it before and i'll say it again...... PAT MAC FOR PRESIDENT!!!!
Love the simplistic approach, I hate the confusion created by diet and fitness, it’s boring
Nailed it!
My close friend is the retired State coroner, and tells me a majority of deaths for older age men are caused by lack of mobility & stability...falling over and breaking hips etc leading directly to organ failure...most can be avoided by following a workout for functional strength and mobility like Pat's
Currently at 46 working 40+ hrs a week to provide for my wife and 3 children plus, helping to look after my elderly neighbor, plus, helping to homeschool my 3 younglings. For me finding the time to do ANYTHING related to working out/fitness is a bigger issue than motivation. With age comes more responsibilities. Now keeping up with all my responsibilities has me busier than the only vibrater at a lesbian orgy.
I do what you do. I come from a place like you have. Mobility is all
I remember Pro Bodybuilder Shawn Ray came out with a video years ago called fit after 40. I thought to myself “damn, 40 is old”. I may have been early 30’s then. I’m now 47 and that time went by so fast. Love the video Pat Mac. You inspire me. 💪🏻🍻
Born in 1969, started regular training in 1983 - before that no gym would let me - joined the Swiss Army (the branch doesn't matter) 1987 - hard times in my 30s made me mutate into a couch potato. At the beginning of my 40s total reboot, burning the past and since then 2 hours, 6x a week hard workout in the gym, trekking, canoeing, bushcraft - at 53 in much better physical and mental shape than at 35. You can go astray - If you want to get back on track , you can do it.
No excuses.
I'm 57 and still look the part but certainly dont feel it...lol. Being a sole proprietor contractor works me good but the will power drops off for sure......because I need that extra cardio after killing myself all day. Motivation, motivation, motivation!!
Am I the only one that wishes a dude like Pat Mac would be your buddy?!
I'm turning 40 this year, I would recommend to anyone who needs that motivation Pat refers to, consider signing up for one of these OC races (Spartan, Bonefrog, Savage etc). It really helps to give you something to train for and a sense of accomplishment.
Love your videos Pat, I’m 57 this year, adding the functional workout into my daily training has really helped my mobility. I like it better than the traditional workout. Mine are done on the driveway and use minimal equipment. I feel my fitness is better than some gym rats I know.
*MORNING Y'ALL*
100% spot on. I’m 46 and still learning how to keep myself in shape and stay motivated. Jiujitsu kicks my ass everyday and scratches the trying to learn it better box.
Water is so important. I neglected it for years and I didn’t realize how bad it was hurting me. I aim to hydrate closer to the 128oz and it literally changed how I feel. I’m no longer aching in my muscles and joints.
I just lift to do work and keep my muscles activated. I don’t do heavy anymore that’s wasted effort.
I come from a place like you. Being 64 I have been doing work outs like you. For years. Always get at it
I hit my prime at 36 and I’ve managed to maintain for 5 years now.
I'm 46 and workout 4 days a week outdoors in my backyard with old school iron. Can't beat the combo of heavy ass weights and the great outdoors.
63 here. I was definitely strongest late 40’s. The wall started rising at 61. Now it’s all discipline. But I’m still at my wrestling post season college weight .. I now eat cleaner than ever. I’m still training and competing. Probably until I drop.
Its very good Pat !!!! ..... I am 60 and I still get it on, training and super clean diet ..........Love your functional training !!! ... thank you Brother ........ Ted
Very good sir! I am 68 and still working out every day. 6-7 days weights/resistance and 3-4 days cardio. Man it doesn't get any easier does it? But the alternative is grim to say the best. Out of all my friends, only 1 of them works out and boy, can you tell the difference. Not just in looks, but physical problems, etc....Keep on preachin' it my man!
Awesome beard to match your mindset brother 👍🏻
Move or rust. Thank you
"I don't need a ton of stuff," standing in front of a ton of fitness stuff... OK, but really, appreciate the thoughts and encouragement!
I have never subscribed to a patreon, or any other subscription service. Pat.....you are such a badass, I am going to change that for this channel!!!!!!
I run the shop in a propeller repair business I'm 59, almost 60 and I weigh 170 and lift 120 lbs props ever day and swing hammers also I do curls with a big stainless steel shaft peice as well... I'm 6.3 tall and keep an eye on my back. I drink water all day and I try to eat light all day ( nuts and fuit) big meal for breakfast and dinner. Love learning about what to do to stay in shape.😊
Priorities & Motivation are moving targets
Love this topic..as a 55 years old guy, I am encourage :)
Dudes the definition of savage that I strive to be. Basic Dude Stuff🤘
I needed to hear this! Thanks, Pat!
Even as a young man, I thought “pr’s” we’re just a recipe for a bad injury. I know when I’m putting out the maximum effort and when I’m not.
What really helps with attitude, energy and motivation post 40 are: NAD injections, NMN, Resveratrol, TMG and Urolothin. Massive energy increase.
You hit it outta the park on this one ! Though I’m in pretty damn good shape for a 69 year old, it’s extremely hard to get motivated to hit the weights and run the trails .Great advice as far as not going for PRs anymore. I find myself stuck on always upping the weight. I wound up tearing my labrum last fall when I incorporated pulling my ATV connected to a rope up my steep driveway from a seated position . I found my body doesn’t tolerate lifting, pushing and pulling 600 pounds anymore. Old habits die slow and hard. Ouch ! 💥
“Shooting my intestines out of my rectum!” Awesome.
getchu sum SGM!
Perfectly said on all points, make it habitual 🤘
As Tony Horton said, “Getting old is for people who don’t know any better!”
You should talk about your time with Dale Comstock on your next podcast
Rock on with these Pat M.
It was around 21, I am 6’4” and weighed 190 back then and could run a 4:28 mile, so lots of dips and real pull-ups, etc. I kept that into my 30’s . I will just say that I swim for about an hour and cover 2300 meters nowadays. My knees are shot but hope to get parts. Not bad for 70. Eat right, etc.
Seasoned…..yes! Been an athlete my entire adult life. At 67, I still work out religiously several days a week. However due to a motorcycle accident 10 yrs ago, I am facing a knee replacement. Not sure yet how that will affect my working out, archery, shooting, etc etc. But since I’m in Canada, and I have “free” health care, well, I have at least a year and a half before I see that replacement. Until then…I’ll keep charging.
My head comes up with 50 reasons not to work out. I love the guys who say "f*ck it, do it, get ripped! Go!!!"
Bro I just hit 40 and I have been panicking. But I do work out every single day and I train Boxing and Escrima. I honestly do feel like Im in the best shape of my life except my back issues. Thats what keeps me out of BJJ, it goes out when I get in to a heavy push/pull situation sometimes. Been trying to figure out how to fix that so I can get back to feel good and strong. You are a HUGE inspiration!
I’m 59 in December. At 47 I did my first Ironman distance race. 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, 26.2 mile swim. Time was 11h:26 minutes. 24 total races. Definitely was wrecking my body so I gave it up. Went back to resistance training with boxing mixed in for cardio. I agree! It’s about longevity and being a role model for my son who is 4 th generation Navy. “ If you don’t listen to your body whisper. One day you for sure hear it scream!” Semper Fortis.
I appreciate you Mac from one Cold War vet to another Thanks for your service brother. If you ever come up to Pittsburgh would love to meet you and get a workout in. Semper Fortis.