Love Tadej, and find him inspiring, as well! I was sitting on a plane on Sunday waiting to head home from NYC on a family trip, and still managed to catch the end of Stage 21. I found his performance on that stage to be the most impressive thing he did throughout the whole three weeks, even though he faded in the last 500 meters. The sheer audacity of him trying to win that stage, against the sprinters and MVdP, even though he already had the tour wrapped up, was so impressive and to me embodies who he is as an athlete.
There were days when I would watch the race in its entirety (for the scenery) but these days its highlights. I read some research a while back - Dr. Peter Attia and Dr. Iñigo San-Millán discussing Z2 training and how Pogacar has a genetic advantage to recycle ATP. It was fascinating, and now I can see it happening when he just takes off up the mountain, leaving everyone in his wake.
I am 93 and in full agreement with your line of thinking. As well as writing my weekly Substack, the Pathfinder, I am in the process of writing two books, and I just began writing at 89. But be forewarned, the physical decline ramps up at an alarming pace when you reach 90. But like you, I intend to leave this world with all operating systems in high gear. Can I reprint it in the Pathfinder. Right now, I am writing a series on how to manage your legacy when the race is over. This may be of interest to your readers.
Thanks Ronald, you so remind me of my Dad at 94 and ignoring the realities of aging while he plays golf. You are both an inspiration to many. Feel free to share my post. I'll be interested in what you are writing as well.
I felt the same at your age and obtained two a levels in life coaching and funeral celebrant between ages 69 and 73. I felt invincible and used to promise myself that I would still be on the full flow of life when I reached 80. I used to walk many miles a week.
Oppurtunities I took at that age which were denied me at a young age.
But you know, it’s a far different life when you’re 82 with a vision impairment and in spite of staying active, I have continual pain, autoimmune diseases and a back thst only allows me to do limited chores. Plus chronic fatigue.
But I do ask myself what I can do. Well; I walk my dog three times a day, I live independently, though I do have a cleaner once every two weeks. But do everything else myself.
I am not idle when I’m sitting I crochet, knit and write articles for Substack. Listen to audiobooks and love researching. And now I’m on ChatGBT.
I agree with what you’re saying but I don’t like some of the phrases you use, which seem to make us older folk out to have given in to old age.
Personally I haven’t given in to it, but use resilience to live life to the full.
My next article is going to be getting to know the difference between exercise and being active.
Thanks Patricia for being part of the conversation. I never judge another's aging process. And I do think sometimes, where will I be at 80 or 90 and what will I think when I look back on my words from today. I love your 'But I do ask myself what I can do.' That is the truth right there. Looking forward to your article.
Good attitude. I would be very reluctant to ride a bike outside a car park, but stand on my head - and occasionally on my hands - at 84. Perhaps I should try the bike!
I love standing on my head, but riding a bike is much more useful. I would love to do that now, but it tends to be dangerous in London traffic. Don’t try to stand on your head, unless you have been building up to it in yoga. My argument is not taking up new things at 80 (although that is not a bad idea) but keeping going with what you already do. Perhaps you have seen this (my friend was very impressed with my headstand, but hey, look at her splits! https://arichardson.substack.com/p/just-keep-going-72d
The only riding I have done in London is at the Peloton studio in Covent Garden. My daughter works there. I am actually training mobility to do splits and a pancake. Not sure how long it will take though.
Do you live in London? England? I don't understand the last sentence. What is 'training mobility'? What is a pancake? My thigh muscles have always been very very tight - I could never do the splits!
No I live in Australia. Have spent a lot of time in UK over the years. I do mobility training with Vanja.Moves (see her on Instagram) who has a program called Moves Method. I’m currently a tester for their new app coming out soon.
Wow, this really resonated for me. As I turned 70 this year, I find myself accepting things slowing down, ready to give in to certain things I was sure I would never allow. Travelling with my kids this past Spring, I allowed myself to be slower, and was not at all comfortable with that new role. I am constantly told I don't look my age, but little by little, am giving up on things. I don't like it at all! I feel like I am giving up, giving in. I needed to read this. Have plans for a lot more travel and just starting a new job, so thank you for this! I don't have to be comfortable, I want challenge.
I am thrilled it resonated for you Christine. I turned 70 this year as well and I don't plan to slow down anytime soon. Come 'ride' with me and we'll see where we can take it.
An essential flag raised here. Move. Jump. Fight. Nothing’s ever been really easy in life. Why should we expect that it should be as we age. Agreed. Don’t wrap up and say I must be careful. I wasn’t before. Why should I start now. Good article. Good observations.
Love Tadej, and find him inspiring, as well! I was sitting on a plane on Sunday waiting to head home from NYC on a family trip, and still managed to catch the end of Stage 21. I found his performance on that stage to be the most impressive thing he did throughout the whole three weeks, even though he faded in the last 500 meters. The sheer audacity of him trying to win that stage, against the sprinters and MVdP, even though he already had the tour wrapped up, was so impressive and to me embodies who he is as an athlete.
There were days when I would watch the race in its entirety (for the scenery) but these days its highlights. I read some research a while back - Dr. Peter Attia and Dr. Iñigo San-Millán discussing Z2 training and how Pogacar has a genetic advantage to recycle ATP. It was fascinating, and now I can see it happening when he just takes off up the mountain, leaving everyone in his wake.
You may find this article interesting, as well! https://www.menshealth.com/uk/fitness/cardio-exercise/a73281533/tadej-pogacar-vo2-max/
I will take a look thanks. He's a lucky freak but we love him.
How exciting, Robyn! I'm looking forward to watching the new direction of Age with Attitude!
Thanks Heather. Lots of good stuff coming. Thanks for being here and supporting my work.
I am 93 and in full agreement with your line of thinking. As well as writing my weekly Substack, the Pathfinder, I am in the process of writing two books, and I just began writing at 89. But be forewarned, the physical decline ramps up at an alarming pace when you reach 90. But like you, I intend to leave this world with all operating systems in high gear. Can I reprint it in the Pathfinder. Right now, I am writing a series on how to manage your legacy when the race is over. This may be of interest to your readers.
Thanks Ronald, you so remind me of my Dad at 94 and ignoring the realities of aging while he plays golf. You are both an inspiration to many. Feel free to share my post. I'll be interested in what you are writing as well.
I felt the same at your age and obtained two a levels in life coaching and funeral celebrant between ages 69 and 73. I felt invincible and used to promise myself that I would still be on the full flow of life when I reached 80. I used to walk many miles a week.
Oppurtunities I took at that age which were denied me at a young age.
But you know, it’s a far different life when you’re 82 with a vision impairment and in spite of staying active, I have continual pain, autoimmune diseases and a back thst only allows me to do limited chores. Plus chronic fatigue.
But I do ask myself what I can do. Well; I walk my dog three times a day, I live independently, though I do have a cleaner once every two weeks. But do everything else myself.
I am not idle when I’m sitting I crochet, knit and write articles for Substack. Listen to audiobooks and love researching. And now I’m on ChatGBT.
I agree with what you’re saying but I don’t like some of the phrases you use, which seem to make us older folk out to have given in to old age.
Personally I haven’t given in to it, but use resilience to live life to the full.
My next article is going to be getting to know the difference between exercise and being active.
Thanks Patricia for being part of the conversation. I never judge another's aging process. And I do think sometimes, where will I be at 80 or 90 and what will I think when I look back on my words from today. I love your 'But I do ask myself what I can do.' That is the truth right there. Looking forward to your article.
Good attitude. I would be very reluctant to ride a bike outside a car park, but stand on my head - and occasionally on my hands - at 84. Perhaps I should try the bike!
Ann, you are one of my role models. I might be able to ride, but I can't stand on my head - yet!
I love standing on my head, but riding a bike is much more useful. I would love to do that now, but it tends to be dangerous in London traffic. Don’t try to stand on your head, unless you have been building up to it in yoga. My argument is not taking up new things at 80 (although that is not a bad idea) but keeping going with what you already do. Perhaps you have seen this (my friend was very impressed with my headstand, but hey, look at her splits! https://arichardson.substack.com/p/just-keep-going-72d
The only riding I have done in London is at the Peloton studio in Covent Garden. My daughter works there. I am actually training mobility to do splits and a pancake. Not sure how long it will take though.
Do you live in London? England? I don't understand the last sentence. What is 'training mobility'? What is a pancake? My thigh muscles have always been very very tight - I could never do the splits!
No I live in Australia. Have spent a lot of time in UK over the years. I do mobility training with Vanja.Moves (see her on Instagram) who has a program called Moves Method. I’m currently a tester for their new app coming out soon.
Wow, this really resonated for me. As I turned 70 this year, I find myself accepting things slowing down, ready to give in to certain things I was sure I would never allow. Travelling with my kids this past Spring, I allowed myself to be slower, and was not at all comfortable with that new role. I am constantly told I don't look my age, but little by little, am giving up on things. I don't like it at all! I feel like I am giving up, giving in. I needed to read this. Have plans for a lot more travel and just starting a new job, so thank you for this! I don't have to be comfortable, I want challenge.
I am thrilled it resonated for you Christine. I turned 70 this year as well and I don't plan to slow down anytime soon. Come 'ride' with me and we'll see where we can take it.
An essential flag raised here. Move. Jump. Fight. Nothing’s ever been really easy in life. Why should we expect that it should be as we age. Agreed. Don’t wrap up and say I must be careful. I wasn’t before. Why should I start now. Good article. Good observations.
Thanks so much Chris for jumping into the conversation with your thoughts. I'm only just beginning to pull apart the comfort zone of aging.
Well done Robyn. Very inspiring! Btw - Grandmas Kay’s roots are from Croatia. 😊