Anyone Over 40 ??

[iamfirmin]

Just wondered.. I will be 49 1/2 and doing my first show in Aug.. I AM EXCITED.. but my body is a lot different than a 25 year old..

What are your thoughts?? thanx

 

[Lynette]

Congratulations, that is fantastic. Can we see some pictures of you? How long have you been training for?

I will be 40 this year and am working hard at getting a harder body again after having two kids. You give me great inspiration.

 

[iamfirmin]

I have to get my camera working and I will upload some pictures,,, this is new to me..
I have lifted weights for 20 years..I geared more towards biking 50 miles or more.. Running 12 15 miles etc.. every 5 years I like to challenge myself.. so I am studying to be a PT and hired one... He saw me and SAID LETS TRAIN FOR THE DEBBIE KRUCK
CLASSIC AS A NOVICE... SO HERE I AM -- The only problem is that in Aug I will be 49 2/3 giggling I wish I could compete with the over 50's ..

 

[Gymgurl]

I'm almost 40....would love to see some pics!!

 

[Sassy69]

That is AWESOME! Which type show? Figure / BB? I was just thinking if you are a distance biker, you must have some serious quads .... Among the women's competitions, I actually really enjoy seeing the Masters level ... I've even seen an Over 70 category for women w/ 3 ladies in that group (and OVER 80! for men...they just need to remember to turn up their hearing aids ... they can't hear the pose call-outs so they sort of wait for one of them to pick a pose and the rest sort of follow ...)

Yes I would LOVE to see pictures!

BTW I'll be 40 this year & did my first show at 35. Maybe one this year.

 

[iamfirmin]

My trainer is in luv with my LEGS.. that and my broad shoulders,,, LOL ... you know I am really hard on myself .. I dont see it but he does,,, So I am trying to eat very clean... My husband has a whole bus full of people coming.. so I cant disappoint..
I luv this site Sassy .. I read a lot of you info .. it helps me Keep it up ...
I too do split cardio .. 30 morning and 30 nite.. it helps my metabolism .. I have a thyroid problem and going thru menopause 2 STRIKES AGAINST ME ... but that just makes me work harder..
You know I was 26 (after my second child) my doctor found out my thyroid problem.. I couldnt lose weight after having my child... anyway I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET THIS.. she said... You know you can stay in shape ... but you will have to work a little harder than others... You can do it... AND I NEVER LOOKED BACK!! she gave me sound advice!

 

[*Bunny*]

Just wondered.. I will be 49 1/2 and doing my first show in Aug.. I AM EXCITED.. but my body is a lot different than a 25 year old..

What are your thoughts?? thanx

That is absolutely fabulous! I am SO EXCITED for you. Cannot wait to see some pics

 

[skittles]

That's great!! Very inspiring

Can't wait to see the pictures either

 

[iamfirmin]

I am getting nervous... My trainer wants me to compete in the Mid Central Fl show in June... THAT IS SOOO CLOSE.. OK everyone.. talk to me ... I AM GOING TO BE 50 FOR GOODNESS SAKE AND I AM DOING THIS ...

Talk to me about preparing diet clothes hair etc...

You know fear keeps you "YOUTHFUL"

 

[Sassy69]

Does your trainer know anything about contest prep -- not the training / diet part, but the contest itself? Do you have anyone in your gym or near you who has done a show? Its pretty easy, however I understand the "fear" -- you almost need to stumble thru one show yourself to really understand how to "do" a show.

Things you need:
- posing suits
- protan
- a routine / music
- excell at your quarter turns & required poses
- makeup
- hair

I"ll catch up with this thread later -- I have to go see my massage therapist about my back in a few.

What are your current stats - weight, ht, bf, and targeted competition wt / bf?