Should I take it easy

[fruitsalad]

Hi I'm 54 although 34 in mind and love to exercise I do spin classes kettlercise and metafit during the week and have the weekends off although even then I do a lot of walking I really enjoy what I do but I'm beginning to wonder if I should start to slow it down a bit I'm fine when doing exercise although sometimes the next day I ache a bit but then doesnt most people after exercise could I be doing my joints any damage at my age?

[albaqwerty]

If you're comfortable with what your're doing, carry on.
What on earth is kettlecise?
I'm just nosey :-)

[tenrec]

As long as you are having days off to repair any damaged muscle, you should be fine. If you start feeling it is too much, then it probably is. If you love doing it carry on. Let your body tell you.
I'm 62 and have just started running. I'm loving it and yes sometimes I'm a bit stiff the following day.

[boxtops]

alba, fancy swinging a ball?

http://www.kettlercise.com/about-us.html

[fruitsalad]

Alba kettlercise class is where we use a weight and do various exercises with it

[fruitsalad]

tenrec yes that's how I feel the next day a bit stiff but as soon as I start moving it wears off after a while

[marval]

I have a friend who is in her seventies. She addicted to the gym, she is very healthy and has no bad effects. Only stop if you feel it is adversly effecting you.

[fruitsalad]

marvel good for him/her I hope I can still keep doing it in my seventies

[tenrec]

Me too!

[marval]

She loves going to the gym.

[albaqwerty]

I really feel lazy now.
What with joggers and walkers and dieters, I'm just glad to sit here and support you and your achievements with my keyboard.
More power to each of you xxxxxxxxxxxxx :-D

[Brinjal]

As long as the pain is just doms and no joint pain then you are doing good.

[fruitsalad]

Yes brinjal that's all it is in fact I used to get pain in my knees but since doing the spinning I don't feel pain in my knees at all

[Baldric]

I'm 61, I do a lot of walking (dog-owner) and I use weights every other day, I had heart surgery 3 years ago and when I checked with my GP I was told that as long as I'm not feeling any discomfort to carry on 'cause basically it's good for me.

[ummmm]

My Aunt is a bit younger (52) and she runs 6 miles every morning.

[chattykathy]

I'm 56 and do loads of exercise, always have. Zumba's my favourite at the moment but I also do aerobics, swimming and cycling. I think unless it hurts you should do as much as possible. Exercise is brilliant not only for your physical health but for your mental well being as well. Keep going!!!