A couple of years ago, at 60, I didn’t even know I’d want to try a pull-up, let alone monkey bars. I’ve worked out all my life in some form, but this wasn’t on my bingo card.
Now I’m doing both, turning 63 in August, and I’m having a blast.
I weight train three times a week, still practice Yoga at home a few times a week, too, mostly for the spiritual and emotional benefits. And most days, I do a few pull-ups at home, even if it’s just one or two here and there.
I only recently added monkey bars. And let me tell you: monkey bars are not nothing. They take grip, shoulders, lats, core, timing, coordination, and courage. Your brain and body have to figure it out together: hang, reach, stabilize, swing, let go, grab again.
So yes, it can be full-body and nervous-system-tiring. Especially when you’re lifting, doing pull-ups, hanging, practicing yoga, and learning something new all at once.
At this stage of life, recovery is a large part of getting stronger, too. Eating enough, sleeping enough, and taking rest days are vital. In addition, I can’t expect my body to perform the same every single day.
I’m wondering what my next step is. I’m not trying to become a Ninja-level athlete (I think not lol), but it makes me feel I’m definitely not done yet. And this gives me some next-level confidence.
Save this if you’re building strength for the long game, and send it to someone who needs to know it’s not too late. Are you also working on fun ways to stay fit and healthy in your older years?
Filmed at Jefferson Fit Sarasota Florida
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