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No weight training after the age of 40

ryvalry Posts: 3 Joined: 2005/07/24	2005/07/24, 12:56 PM I went to a specialist 2 weeks ago regarding a tendon injury near my wrist below the pinky. Before he determined the problem he was asking me questions and I mentioned that I work out at the gym and do weights. He told me in no uncertain terms to stop doing the weights because I had reached the big 4. Instead I should be doing cardio and walking. He was insistent even after I challenged him and said that I had caused this injury on myself by doing weights. I have another appointment Tuesday and I want to bring it up again. Most people I've mentioned this to thinks that he's crazy. So before I open my mouth, does he have a point? I really don't want to stop training because it took me a long time to get into the swing of it and I'll lose all what I've done the past 6 months. I do weights about 4 times a week. What is your opinion?
Soldierbone Posts: 43 Joined: 2004/02/02	2005/07/24, 01:41 PM I would ask for a second opinion... Most doctors have their own ideas of what a person is suppose to do, others only rely on information they can prove in books or scientific studies. It has been proven that weight training ( yes, even light weight training) is benificial for people of any age. People who use resistance training as they get older, especially over 60, have fewer health problems, have fewer broken bones, less likely to develop osteoperosis, and have more mobility than those that don't. It also helps you look younger too... I know people who are very active that look and feel like they are 55-60 y/o, yet they are 65- 70 y/o Remember... if you don't use it, you lose it! Chris
ryvalry Posts: 3 Joined: 2005/07/24	2005/07/24, 02:01 PM And that's a very good point. I'll be sure to mention it to him. Maybe he figures it's more business for him if people aren't in shape.
sivysivy Posts: 391 Joined: 2005/02/11	2005/07/24, 02:09 PM There are many people that work out with weights way past 40. I don't know why your doctor said that, unless you have a condition that would prevent you from doing such. I would definitely get a second opinion.
	2005/07/24, 02:17 PM I'm 53. I lift heavy but I don't lift for competition. My doctor thinks it's great. There are a number of over 50's here and a ton of over 40's here. I'd get a new doctor. -------------- Prayer for the day: Lord, help me to be the kind of person my dog thinks I am. Charlie
asimmer Posts: 8,201 Joined: 2003/01/07	2005/07/24, 04:14 PM Get a different doctor!!! There have been studies on 80-90 year-olds that prove weight training is beneficial into your golden years! -------------- Nurture your mind with great thoughts, for you will never go any higher than you think. Benjamin Disraeli
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2005/07/24, 04:39 PM Your doctor is living in the dark ages. Get a second opinion. -------------- If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.... bb1fit@freetrainers.com
mikencharleston Posts: 1,585 Joined: 2002/01/09	2005/07/24, 09:00 PM And a third if it takes that. -------------- Mike in Pensacola Now.
ryvalry Posts: 3 Joined: 2005/07/24	2005/07/25, 05:35 PM I've only seen him that one time and he seems to be a real piece of work. I'm trying to figure out how to tell him that everyone thinks he's crazy for his ideas. I'm not going to take it personally because it sounded as if it's a general statement that he makes. (At least I hope so, geez). He did fix my wrist problem though by injecting it directly with anethestic mixed with something else. Thanks for your replies and I'll continue to do weights.
bropie Posts: 1,084 Joined: 2004/12/04	2005/07/26, 08:06 AM look at ronnie coleman.. hes 41, going for his 8th olympia..
wrestler125 Posts: 4,619 Joined: 2004/01/27	2005/07/26, 01:47 PM Common consensus says get a new doctor. This is the path you shall take. Have you thought about seeing a physical therapist? They are usually more understanding when it comes to weight training. Also, look at Louie Simmons. That guy lifts heavier weight in his "retirement" then most people can hope for in their prime. -------------- The best feeling in the world is the feeling you get after a tough set of squats after you step back from the power rack and throw up all over the floor.
	2005/07/26, 01:53 PM I like looking to Jack Lalane. Just hit 90 and swam around San Fransisco Bay pulling 27 boats!! -------------- Prayer for the day: Lord, help me to be the kind of person my dog thinks I am. Charlie
ursusarktos Posts: 346 Joined: 2004/01/18	2005/08/03, 02:57 AM ============ Quoting from bb1fit: Your doctor is living in the dark ages. Get a second opinion. ============= Actually I disagree - I'm sure they knew better than this during the dark ages. This guy is goes right back to the stone age. His medical textbooks were most likely carved on cave walls. Find another doctor & if you were referred to him by your GP, tell your GP why you want to see another specialist. If your GP isn't shocked by his comments, then you also need a new GP.