I'm 70. No family. Wife died 6 years ago. I have prostste cancer. Took 44 radiation treatments. Had to leave my job before I really wanted to. Lost my Harley after 18 years. I started buying and collecting and using vintage weights in my 1 bedroom apt. If it wasn't for god putting me onto this, I think I would have took another path. Honestly, it's saving my life. I have something to live for. I feel great after beating myself up for 45minutes a day 5 -6 days a week. My arms got bigger, and you know its working if your in a conversation with a complete stranger in a public setting and they ask you, do you workout? You look like a weight lifter. Man!!! What that does, to your confidence is amazing! You really feel like you acomplished something, and your worth something. You now have meaning, a purpose in life. You are going to be a swole old geezer that looks jacked for his age! Lifts your spirits and makes you feel alive! 🏋♂️👍🍻
I started weightlifting because my son died last year at the age of 21. Without this sport I would have sunk into depression. This sport helps me to look positively into the future again
I’m a 100% natural 58yr old man who has been resistance training for 40+yrs, wile preferring training exclusively at home for the last 20yrs, And I can confidently affirm that resistance training definitely makes me feel better mentally & physically.
Over 50 guy here, yes, pure weight training is more beneficial to our age bracket I would say than cardiovascular training such as ,running cycling ,swimming ,
60 going on 61 years old, and I started weight training at 13 years old. Relentless bullying and a brutal beating pushed me to start weight lifting. Weight lifting has helped me keep my PTSD in check, get through a rough divorce , and so much more. I call a workout, my therapy, Iron Therapy. This study is right on point for all ages IMO, and not just older people.
I totally 100% agree with this. I spent several years battling a critical illness (brain tumour) and was diagnosed with clinical depression, spending 2 years on antidepressants. Weight training was a major part of getting back to a healthy mind set.
I'm 51 and was in high school when panic attacks started. I had them through college and into my adult life. Around 40 y/o, the condition went more from explosive panic attacks to a more life altering anxiety disorder. By this time, we( myself & doctors) knewit was 1 of 3 scenarios of a physical nature. Knowing I always felt good sticking with my workout regimin and keeping active, I "upped" my game, switched routines around, and I was better than ever until Covid hit and gyms were shut down. 51 y/o now and have been back at back at it but need to be more consistent getting back to 5x/week because I am happier with higher mental accuity when I commit to the process.
I really enjoy both your videos and your comments sections. You have super knowledgeable people with lots of experience and things to share. Keep up great work. Long time ago the York Barbell crew called weight training the iron pill
I am 52, natural ... I dont lift to make gains / hypertrophy / aesthetics / life expectency... I lift because it keeps me sane, happy and positive... and off course my wife, both my daughter and son are inspired to lift.. thats a huge high 🙏🙏
I fell into a deep depression a few years ago. I was actually hospitalized for it. Weightlifting for me is important, been lifting almost 40 years now. I’m 58 now and I lift alone at home, I have everything I need.
I'm 63 and I have struggled with dysthymia, a mild form of depression my entire life. Working out definitely improves my mental state. My therapist used to tell me, "Move a muscle, change a thought." Without a doubt, weight training benefits older adults mentally as well as physically.
I am 61. Did not know until I was over 50 that I was fighting depression on a smaller scale all of my life. Which usually lead to anger issues. Worked out on and off but truckers schedule lead to inconsistent schedules. Working out more consistently 3 to 5 times per week has helped me immensely. I have a garage gym that works great for me.
Great video. At 70yrs old I still lift weights and I started at 13yrs old. I don't think I've ever had bouts of depression that had been life changing. I stopped using commercial gyms after the Tucson Health Studio closed decades ago, but I have a decent hardcore setup in my garage. One of my grandsons always joins me. Always enjoy your video's. 👍💯
As I always said: my home gym and my dumbbells are my therapist. I had some moments in the past where I stopped training for a few months. Each time I fall into a mild depression. I’m 56 and I can’t stop.
Lifting weights has helped me in life in every area; it has allowed me to gain so much clarity over the last 20 years. I'm not surprised at all by this study, and I hope that those who don't know will realise that those of us who have experience can be positive examples with our knowledge.
I'll be 50 years at the end of this year. Been struggling all my life with depression, ADHD and Asperger's syndrome. Had a burn-out several years ago, am going through a divorce at this moment, but pumping iron really does help me a lot with dealing with everything. At first I liked chatting with people in the gym which made me feel more positive, but nowadays I prefer to just mind my own business there.
I'm in a similar situation and i know that going to the gym and pumping muscles definitely helps getting a clear head and feeling better overall. Since i was 30 i'm suffering from depression (and other physical disabilities i have my whole life) and without the workout i'm not sure i would still be here.
I think a lot of people deal with such crap. Glad to see that this also helps for you. Going to the gym also keeps my alcohol use under control; you wash your gains away with that, so why go to the gym while you keep drinking? One of those 2 things should go away. @@nealsterling8151
54, natty whole life, and lifting since age 18. On no prescriptions, have low resting heart rate, and good blood pressure. My doc tells me the gym has me in better shape than most 20 somethings. As a young person, public gym was very important for socializing. As older man, home gym is my place of zen. I wonder how many of us old timers build our own gyms so we can have peace and perfect music.
My dad’s 88 yrs old. We go to the gym 4 days a week. He’s worked out his entire life. Mom passed away 3 months ago. Without his weight training and treadmill, he would probably give up on living and moving forward. He’s also a man with unwavering faith in Jesus Christ.
I just turned 56! I started lifting weights when I turned 50! Now I’m lifting everyday with pushups! I want that body I’m comfortable with! I’m want to be proud of how I look!
100% correct. After my workouts I feel setup for the day and on my rest days I don't feel guilty for taking it easy. Plus I look forwards to my next workout. I'm 69 and I workout 4 times a week. I really enjoy your TH-cam posts
I've always believed that weight training was my therapy. Diagnosed with depression over 20 years ago and was on medication for awhile. Nothing works better for me than a good session with weights.
Just turned 50. I’ve been lifting off and on since I was 14. Weight lifting and running sprints has always helped me. My 10 year old son runs with me and does lots of isometric training. He wrestles and is getting ready for football! I believe running sprints helps me as much as lifting. Simply running is boring, so I also shoot a lot of basketball and play tennis (when I can find someone to play me). I also love to ride mountain bikes, and just bought my son and I a couple of new bikes. We sure are enjoying them! Sorry for the book! LOL…New sub here. God bless!
Very good information. I’m a weightlifter nearing my mid 50’s. I definitely agree that weightlifting has a positive effect on my physical and mental wellbeing. I definitely deal with stress better when I get a good workout in.
Two things I am 100% sure that I will never regret: Quitting smoking and starting (regular physical) training. I gained weight when I quit smoking and strenght training helped stabilize that, + the mental health benefits are obvious imo, I’m in my late 50s btw.
100% physical fitness helps mentally and obviously physically, it certainly helps my demons of depression at times over 50. I workout early mornings daily and it's the best way for me to start my day.
Of course this is factual information. I always feel much better about myself after a workout. The knowledge and awareness that I did something for my body does boost my self confidence…keep up the information.
It makes sense. Weight training is a positive activity and I feel better mentally because of the physical benefit. I feel the same way after a five mile walk or two hours of bike riding. Great video, Jay. Thank you.
See at age of 47! I lost my optic nerve ! I took Cialis z! I had to give up my drivers licenses! I needed something to help me feel some what better about myself
4:02 clinical depression and ocd, also have a neck injury and osteoarthritis, workout 1 day week and it helps my mood and spirit. Am going to work out more, God willing 3 time a week. Good to know I am not alone. Again thank you peace from Steve from the Cape breton
I sleep better on days I lift and/or swim. Not so good on my rest days, but I take my rest days anyway. That was a tough lesson to learn in my early 50's. I wish I knew that in my teens/20's. Add a mobility day or two to your routine - just keep those days. They are as important as effort and consistency.
It’s hard to beat the gym for mental well being. Only thing I find better is being out on a bicycle, especially mountain trails. But I still love the iron home.
assertion of independence and individuality, control of time and assets, freedom to prioritize wrt socialization, diet, recovery necessities realization that the goal is muscle mass retention, strength retention, power retention, flexibility, agility, mobility and balance. unilateral work bc you probably have the time and attitude.
I’m 69, I realize I’m probably not going to build muscle, at this point, I’m trying to hang on to what I’ve got. Not going to the gym feels like getting up in the morning and not brushing your teeth, or taking a shower, etc.. I feel lousy, I ALWAYS look forward to my iron therapy, I also realize I’m not the biggest guy anytime I’m there, but, it always makes me feel better about myself!
I definitely believe weight training helps reduce my depression (which has been diagnosed). I feel better and more confident. However, I don't emerge from the gym with a clear head because I use a lot of intensity techniques that leave me exhausted!
Agreed, strength training is a huge help for those that are not feeling happy, but this is only anecdotal. There have been other studies that have stated any exercise is good for depression and reduction of anxiety. I've not seen a study specific to strength training, but am not surprised. There are also new studies that show that supplementing with creatine also has a benefit for older adults, whether they strength train or not. I look forward to the results of these studies. There is still a lot medical science does not know, but for me strength training has many more benefits for mental health than just a healthy body.
This is very true indeed. Going to my cardio/pulminary gym three times a week does help with my anxiety and depression. I had been trying different methods over the last seven yrs but then my therapist suggested the rehab What a differene this has made to my overall wellbeing
I can vouch for the mental health benefits of weight-training. An individual session really helps. Whilst a continuous programme serves to further instill those benefits on an exponential basis. The exercise is allowing us to access the resources of our own internal pharmacology. In my anecdotal opinion, at least.
I’ve always felt blessed to be able to go to the gym and to leave the gym hopefully better than when I went in. One of my sayings is if I die tonight, I will die happy
51 year old guy here. Closing in on 2 years of weight training. 5 days a week for me and never regret going, love it! Great for the body and head alike!
It is very true that weight lifting or any sort of exercise that can give you the feel good factor. I suffer with depression and take a medication that {doctor subscribed} increases the release of endorphins {?} in the brain to give a prolonged feel good factor and it works very well. I'm 72 and weight train every week.
I agree 100%, but if there were any possible manner that would promote anxiety or depression, could possibly the inability to perform as we were in our youth? A long-shot.
The superficial elements of exercise also have a clear impact on mental health. If you look in the mirror or have others comment on your level of fitness it's motivating and affirming.
Improves my mood and lessens my depression? Yes. Vastly improves? No. I can't safely exercise that much, and I lift, swim, hike, walk, and stretch a lot. Yes, I over 50.
I'm 70 yo. (yea, 70 !!! ) and I lift so I can swim better, I do treadmill and elliptical so I can swim better. I swim so I can get some sun (and vitamin D), and meet hot chicks while wearing a speedo. Seriously: I do 2 lifting exercises / week AND two cardio and 2 swims per week with one day off. ANd sometimes I dont do a day off and just go lift again. Carry on old farts !! (just be careful you don't get injured.
Lifting weights tends to lift my mood and make me feel better even if only for a few hours. I would take the conclusions in this study with a grain of salt. My guess they would advise men over 50 to stop working out, only eat vegetables and get the COVID booster shot every year.
I'm 70. No family. Wife died 6 years ago. I have prostste cancer. Took 44 radiation treatments. Had to leave my job before I really wanted to. Lost my Harley after 18 years. I started buying and collecting and using vintage weights in my 1 bedroom apt. If it wasn't for god putting me onto this, I think I would have took another path. Honestly, it's saving my life. I have something to live for. I feel great after beating myself up for 45minutes a day 5 -6 days a week. My arms got bigger, and you know its working if your in a conversation with a complete stranger in a public setting and they ask you, do you workout? You look like a weight lifter. Man!!! What that does, to your confidence is amazing! You really feel like you acomplished something, and your worth something. You now have meaning, a purpose in life. You are going to be a swole old geezer that looks jacked for his age! Lifts your spirits and makes you feel alive! 🏋♂️👍🍻
I started weightlifting because my son died last year at the age of 21. Without this sport I would have sunk into depression. This sport helps me to look positively into the future again
So sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing! 🙏🏻
I’m a 100% natural 58yr old man who has been resistance training for 40+yrs, wile preferring training exclusively at home for the last 20yrs, And I can confidently affirm that resistance training definitely makes me feel better mentally & physically.
I agree personal gyms are great. I don’t socialize when I visit public gyms anyway
Agree I use turkestrone and found it to be mind quieting and use boron biweekly for drop set days.
@@terrybrown3224I would like to try this can you suggest where to purchase?
Well done brother takes real disaplin for that many years pardon my spelling lol
Over 50 guy here, yes, pure weight training is more beneficial to our age bracket I would say than cardiovascular training such as ,running cycling ,swimming ,
Doing something positive for yourself always boosts your mood. I always feel uplifted after a hard workout.
So true!
I’m 62 , been lifting since 13, never feel depressed. Bummed out sometimes , but after a workout i feel 100% better. Best sport for life!.
That’s great! Thanks for sharing
60 going on 61 years old, and I started weight training at 13 years old. Relentless bullying and a brutal beating pushed me to start weight lifting. Weight lifting has helped me keep my PTSD in check, get through a rough divorce , and so much more. I call a workout, my therapy, Iron Therapy. This study is right on point for all ages IMO, and not just older people.
Thank you for sharing
I totally 100% agree with this. I spent several years battling a critical illness (brain tumour) and was diagnosed with clinical depression, spending 2 years on antidepressants. Weight training was a major part of getting back to a healthy mind set.
Great info to know! Thanks so much for sharing!
I'm 51 and was in high school when panic attacks started. I had them through college and into my adult life. Around 40 y/o, the condition went more from explosive panic attacks to a more life altering anxiety disorder. By this time, we( myself & doctors) knewit was 1 of 3 scenarios of a physical nature. Knowing I always felt good sticking with my workout regimin and keeping active, I "upped" my game, switched routines around, and I was better than ever until Covid hit and gyms were shut down. 51 y/o now and have been back at back at it but need to be more consistent getting back to 5x/week because I am happier with higher mental accuity when I commit to the process.
Thanks for commenting
I really enjoy both your videos and your comments sections. You have super knowledgeable people with lots of experience and things to share. Keep up great work. Long time ago the York Barbell crew called weight training the iron pill
I appreciate that!
I am 52, natural ... I dont lift to make gains / hypertrophy / aesthetics / life expectency... I lift because it keeps me sane, happy and positive... and off course my wife, both my daughter and son are inspired to lift.. thats a huge high 🙏🙏
That’s awesome!
I agree 100%. If I didn't exercise and use weights (seriously) I have no doubt I would be far less positive about life and my own future.
Totally agree with you on that one!
I fell into a deep depression a few years ago. I was actually hospitalized for it. Weightlifting for me is important, been lifting almost 40 years now. I’m 58 now and I lift alone at home, I have everything I need.
Thanks for the feedback!
I'm 63 and I have struggled with dysthymia, a mild form of depression my entire life. Working out definitely improves my mental state. My therapist used to tell me, "Move a muscle, change a thought." Without a doubt, weight training benefits older adults mentally as well as physically.
Thank you for sharing
Weight training as so much more to offer than just building muscles. There is so many benefits keeping you active moving, and more.
Great video
Totally agree! Thanks
I am 61. Did not know until I was over 50 that I was fighting depression on a smaller scale all of my life. Which usually lead to anger issues. Worked out on and off but truckers schedule lead to inconsistent schedules. Working out more consistently 3 to 5 times per week has helped me immensely. I have a garage gym that works great for me.
Awesome thanks for sharing!
Great video. At 70yrs old I still lift weights and I started at 13yrs old. I don't think I've ever had bouts of depression that had been life changing. I stopped using commercial gyms after the Tucson Health Studio closed decades ago, but I have a decent hardcore setup in my garage. One of my grandsons always joins me. Always enjoy your video's. 👍💯
Workouts with the grandkids are always the best! Thank you
Been training since a teenager and always feel better for training.
As I always said: my home gym and my dumbbells are my therapist. I had some moments in the past where I stopped training for a few months. Each time I fall into a mild depression. I’m 56 and I can’t stop.
Thanks for sharing
I have no experience of clinical depression, but for sure weight training improves my mood and I always feel great after a good workout session.
Absolutely! Thanks
Iam 65 jacked ,&constantly being complemented,no plans to stop 💪
Awesome
@@Fitafterfifthy thank you 🙏🏻
Lifting weights has helped me in life in every area; it has allowed me to gain so much clarity over the last
20 years. I'm not surprised at all by this study, and I hope that those who don't know will realise that those of us who have experience can be positive examples with our knowledge.
Thank you for the input!
I'll be 50 years at the end of this year.
Been struggling all my life with depression, ADHD and Asperger's syndrome.
Had a burn-out several years ago, am going through a divorce at this moment, but pumping iron really does help me a lot with dealing with everything.
At first I liked chatting with people in the gym which made me feel more positive, but nowadays I prefer to just mind my own business there.
I'm in a similar situation and i know that going to the gym and pumping muscles definitely helps getting a clear head and feeling better overall.
Since i was 30 i'm suffering from depression (and other physical disabilities i have my whole life) and without the workout i'm not sure i would still be here.
I think a lot of people deal with such crap.
Glad to see that this also helps for you.
Going to the gym also keeps my alcohol use under control; you wash your gains away with that, so why go to the gym while you keep drinking? One of those 2 things should go away.
@@nealsterling8151
Thank you for sharing! 🙏🏻
Same thing here. The gym is truly a refuge.
I am 55 y old training in powerlifting, always feeling better after the gym workout and sleeping 7:8 hours with no interruption.
Thank you sharing your comments
54, natty whole life, and lifting since age 18. On no prescriptions, have low resting heart rate, and good blood pressure. My doc tells me the gym has me in better shape than most 20 somethings.
As a young person, public gym was very important for socializing. As older man, home gym is my place of zen.
I wonder how many of us old timers build our own gyms so we can have peace and perfect music.
Personal gym is a great thing
My dad’s 88 yrs old. We go to the gym 4 days a week. He’s worked out his entire life. Mom passed away 3 months ago. Without his weight training and treadmill, he would probably give up on living and moving forward. He’s also a man with unwavering faith in Jesus Christ.
Better than weights every day is our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Thank you for sharing those thoughts!
Amen
I have said for a long time now, my workout is as much mental health as it is physical health. I need it.
Thanks for sharing
I just turned 56! I started lifting weights when I turned 50! Now I’m lifting everyday with pushups! I want that body I’m comfortable with! I’m want to be proud of how I look!
Absolutely! That’s important
100% correct. After my workouts I feel setup for the day and on my rest days I don't feel guilty for taking it easy. Plus I look forwards to my next workout. I'm 69 and I workout 4 times a week. I really enjoy your TH-cam posts
Good stuff! Thank you!
I've always believed that weight training was my therapy. Diagnosed with depression over 20 years ago and was on medication for awhile. Nothing works better for me than a good session with weights.
Excellent thank you
Just turned 50. I’ve been lifting off and on since I was 14. Weight lifting and running sprints has always helped me. My 10 year old son runs with me and does lots of isometric training. He wrestles and is getting ready for football! I believe running sprints helps me as much as lifting. Simply running is boring, so I also shoot a lot of basketball and play tennis (when I can find someone to play me). I also love to ride mountain bikes, and just bought my son and I a couple of new bikes. We sure are enjoying them! Sorry for the book! LOL…New sub here. God bless!
That’s awesome! Any time spent between dad & son is special! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and welcome aboard!
@@Fitafterfifthy thanks! I was 39 when he was born, so I was late to the game, but he keeps me moving and I love every minute of it!
Very good information. I’m a weightlifter nearing my mid 50’s. I definitely agree that weightlifting has a positive effect on my physical and mental wellbeing. I definitely deal with stress better when I get a good workout in.
Totally agree!
Two things I am 100% sure that I will never regret: Quitting smoking and starting (regular physical) training. I gained weight when I quit smoking and strenght training helped stabilize that, + the mental health benefits are obvious imo, I’m in my late 50s btw.
Thanks for commenting
this is so cool! I talk about this same article in my upcoming podcast as well! We need to chat soon! I'd love to interview you!
100% physical fitness helps mentally and obviously physically, it certainly helps my demons of depression at times over 50. I workout early mornings daily and it's the best way for me to start my day.
Thanks for sharing
I'm 69 and I do squats, rdl's and calf raises to make me stronger on my bicycle, especially sprinting up hills.
Thanks for the feedback
Of course this is factual information. I always feel much better about myself after a workout. The knowledge and awareness that I did something for my body does boost my self confidence…keep up the information.
Absolutely!
It makes sense. Weight training is a positive activity and I feel better mentally because of the physical benefit. I feel the same way after a five mile walk or two hours of bike riding. Great video, Jay. Thank you.
I just lift more everyday ! Trying to stay in shape! I want to look and feel better about my body
Thanks for sharing
See at age of 47! I lost my optic nerve ! I took Cialis z! I had to give up my drivers licenses! I needed something to help me feel some what better about myself
Thanks for sharing your input on this
4:02 clinical depression and ocd, also have a neck injury and osteoarthritis, workout 1 day week and it helps my mood and spirit. Am going to work out more, God willing 3 time a week. Good to know I am not alone. Again thank you peace from Steve from the Cape breton
Thanks Steve for the feedback
For a lot of my career, I would go to the gym at lunch h to de-stress. I'd be a real mess without a daily workout.
Thanks for the input
I sleep better on days I lift and/or swim. Not so good on my rest days, but I take my rest days anyway. That was a tough lesson to learn in my early 50's. I wish I knew that in my teens/20's. Add a mobility day or two to your routine - just keep those days. They are as important as effort and consistency.
Thank you for sharing
Aye keeping strong makes you feel more confident.
No doubt! Thank you
It’s hard to beat the gym for mental well being. Only thing I find better is being out on a bicycle, especially mountain trails. But I still love the iron home.
Thanks for sharing
I call it "iron therapy". It gives me a sense of accomplishment, as well as the benefits of the release of hormones.
I like that - great thought!
@@Fitafterfifthy Im 63 years young and enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work.
100%. The LORD created us to be active.
Organic, natural is best.
Amen to that
assertion of independence and individuality, control of time and assets, freedom to prioritize wrt socialization, diet, recovery necessities
realization that the goal is muscle mass retention, strength retention, power retention, flexibility, agility, mobility and balance.
unilateral work bc you probably have the time and attitude.
I’m 69, I realize I’m probably not going to build muscle, at this point, I’m trying to hang on to what I’ve got. Not going to the gym feels like getting up in the morning and not brushing your teeth, or taking a shower, etc.. I feel lousy, I ALWAYS look forward to my iron therapy, I also realize I’m not the biggest guy anytime I’m there, but, it always makes me feel better about myself!
Very true!
I definitely believe weight training helps reduce my depression (which has been diagnosed). I feel better and more confident. However, I don't emerge from the gym with a clear head because I use a lot of intensity techniques that leave me exhausted!
Great input! Thanks for sharing
Agreed, strength training is a huge help for those that are not feeling happy, but this is only anecdotal. There have been other studies that have stated any exercise is good for depression and reduction of anxiety. I've not seen a study specific to strength training, but am not surprised. There are also new studies that show that supplementing with creatine also has a benefit for older adults, whether they strength train or not. I look forward to the results of these studies. There is still a lot medical science does not know, but for me strength training has many more benefits for mental health than just a healthy body.
Thanks for the feedback!
This is very true indeed. Going to my cardio/pulminary gym three times a week does help with my anxiety and depression. I had been trying different methods over the last seven yrs but then my therapist suggested the rehab What a differene this has made to my overall wellbeing
Thanks for sharing
I can vouch for the mental health benefits of weight-training. An individual session really helps. Whilst a continuous programme serves to further instill those benefits on an exponential basis. The exercise is allowing us to access the resources of our own internal pharmacology. In my anecdotal opinion, at least.
Very true! Thanks
51 yrs old next month. I noticed a few yrs back I get an endorphin rush from weight training.
Absolutely! Thanks for sharing
I’ve always felt blessed to be able to go to the gym and to leave the gym hopefully better than when I went in.
One of my sayings is if I die tonight, I will die happy
Thanks for sharing
Lots of merit. I feel younger after a good session. Don't need studies to confirm that.
Absolutely
Yes,
It's great for that too.
51 year old guy here. Closing in on 2 years of weight training. 5 days a week for me and never regret going, love it! Great for the body and head alike!
Absolutely! Thanks for sharing
I have all kinds of issues. But I can tell you absolutely that weight training helps mental health.
It is very true that weight lifting or any sort of exercise that can give you the feel good factor. I suffer with depression and take a medication that {doctor subscribed} increases the release of endorphins {?} in the brain to give a prolonged feel good factor and it works very well. I'm 72 and weight train every week.
Thank you for letting us hear from you on this
I agree 100%, but if there were any possible manner that would promote anxiety or depression, could possibly the inability to perform as we were in our youth? A long-shot.
Thanks for commenting
I’m not sure if weightlifting is helping my mood. I’m pretty bummed that I can’t bench my body weight yet.
That’ll come if you stay with it
Do you sell Merch?
Not yet, working on it
The superficial elements of exercise also have a clear impact on mental health. If you look in the mirror or have others comment on your level of fitness it's motivating and affirming.
Thank you
100% true
Improves my mood and lessens my depression? Yes. Vastly improves? No. I can't safely exercise that much, and I lift, swim, hike, walk, and stretch a lot. Yes, I over 50.
Thanks for the input
100 percent
I'm 70 yo. (yea, 70 !!! ) and I lift so I can swim better, I do treadmill and elliptical so I can swim better. I swim so I can get some sun (and vitamin D), and meet hot chicks while wearing a speedo. Seriously: I do 2 lifting exercises / week AND two cardio and 2 swims per week with one day off. ANd sometimes I dont do a day off and just go lift again.
Carry on old farts !! (just be careful you don't get injured.
Thanks for sharing
100%
Lifting weights tends to lift my mood and make me feel better even if only for a few hours. I would take the conclusions in this study with a grain of salt. My guess they would advise men over 50 to stop working out, only eat vegetables and get the COVID booster shot every year.
Thanks for sharing
Right on
i hope we didnt waste too much tax money on that study - its kinda obvious but what the hell do i know
Thanks