So very true. When I accepted the fact that it isn't about lifting whatever weight I could when I was 39, it was all about doing something, then everthing became easier. When I started swimming about 3 years ago, I was exhausted after 15 or 20 laps. I started talking to a woman a few years younger than myself. She had just completed 70. I thought I'll never get there. Slowly but surely I built up my strength and 6 months later I hit 70. Not competing with anyone except myself. And the competition is just to keep going, not to set some record. So keep on pushing
I think it’s different for each individual;after a demanding career and parenting I’m enjoying slowing down. I have become more of a homebody and I enjoy my days. My morning walks and swims provide enough social interaction,cooking simple meals is a centering ritual
What you’re doing—slowing down on purpose—is powerful. It’s intentional, restorative, and totally valid. The article actually digs into a different mindset: the belief that aging automatically means you have to slow down, stop moving, or play it safe. That “too old to keep going” story. We’re challenging that idea—not the joy of a peaceful, meaningful pace like yours. You’ll resonate with our next article :)
So very true. When I accepted the fact that it isn't about lifting whatever weight I could when I was 39, it was all about doing something, then everthing became easier. When I started swimming about 3 years ago, I was exhausted after 15 or 20 laps. I started talking to a woman a few years younger than myself. She had just completed 70. I thought I'll never get there. Slowly but surely I built up my strength and 6 months later I hit 70. Not competing with anyone except myself. And the competition is just to keep going, not to set some record. So keep on pushing
I think it’s different for each individual;after a demanding career and parenting I’m enjoying slowing down. I have become more of a homebody and I enjoy my days. My morning walks and swims provide enough social interaction,cooking simple meals is a centering ritual
What you’re doing—slowing down on purpose—is powerful. It’s intentional, restorative, and totally valid. The article actually digs into a different mindset: the belief that aging automatically means you have to slow down, stop moving, or play it safe. That “too old to keep going” story. We’re challenging that idea—not the joy of a peaceful, meaningful pace like yours. You’ll resonate with our next article :)
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