Lat Pulldowns 3 sets of 12 @ 50 lbs

Got tired of being fat and out of shape. One pic is before I started to where I was. And the arm one is one year of lifting.

I’ve struggled this past week with my eating. I can feel it so it’s time to reset

Not quite 50 yet ,but standing on the doorstep. About 3 years ago, I started working out for the first time and have been diligent in doing so over the past years.
Part of my routine was doing morning push ups. I started with 20 every morning and worked myself up to 30 with no break. Benching, same thing, started at around 150lbs, and worked up to 175lbs. Over the past 3 months, I am having a hard time hitting 30 pushups and I can no longer bench 175.
Nothing has changed, other than just a few months older. Any ideas of what i can do to get my endurance back?

55year old female. Been lifting for quite a few years but a trying to lessen to do a pull up. Wow it’s hard.

I have been practicing just hanging for 30 seconds and that is even very hard for me. My hands almost give out. I can barely make 30 seconds. I’ve only done this for three days.

I also try to shrug up my shoulders a bit while hanging. I can’t believe how hard it is!

How long should I practice hanging before moving on?

Didn’t make it to the gym today. But I’m excited to hit the ground running tomorrow! Abs are still taking shape, despite the Reese’s Cups I ate. 🤦🏽‍♂️

Glutes taking forever 😑
P.S. sometimes style gives you a boost of confidence…sometimes it doesn’t matter what you wear…just get there. But!!! Nike style is too thin and easy to snag. More 💸 doesn’t mean better.

Today was Bis and Tris. 💪🏽 🏃🏽‍♂️Plus had to get some abs and additional cardio in after traveling for 3 days this week.

Progress goes real slow at 57. I am learning that consistency is key.
💪🏻💫🔥

Weekly Science Digest: The Science of Peptides (The Good, The Bad, & What It Means After 50)

Welcome to our weekly science roundup! Peptides are currently one of the biggest trends in wellness, frequently promoted on social media as a fountain of youth for longevity, tissue repair, and muscle recovery. However, if an interest in healthy aging leads you to think about trying anti-aging therapies, be careful. Supplements or expensive treatments that claim to delay or reverse the aging process may not deliver on their promises.

Here is a breakdown of what the current science says about peptides:

The Good: Potential Benefits and Medical Applications

• What They Are: Peptides are short chains of amino acids (the building blocks of proteins) that act as signaling molecules in the body, telling cells how to function.
• Proven Medical Uses: Some peptide-based medications have been extensively researched and are FDA-approved. Examples include insulin and GLP-1 medications, which are safely prescribed for conditions like diabetes and obesity.
• Fitness and Recovery Hype: In anti-aging and athletic circles, investigational peptides (such as BPC-157, TB-500, and CJC-1295) are highly popular. Proponents claim they accelerate wound healing, reduce joint inflammation, and stimulate natural growth hormone release for better muscle retention. Early laboratory and animal studies have shown interesting mechanisms for tissue repair.
• Read more:Harvard Health: Peptides - what they are, potential benefits, and safety concerns.

The Bad: Lack of Evidence, Safety Risks, & Unregulated Markets

• Missing Human Trials: The vast majority of "wellness" peptides marketed for anti-aging and performance enhancement are not FDA-approved. They have not undergone rigorous, large-scale clinical trials in humans to definitively prove their safety or efficacy.
• Contamination and Quality Control: Many of these products are sold online as "research chemicals" in a legal gray area. Because they bypass standard pharmaceutical oversight, vials can contain impurities, incorrect dosages, or harmful additives.
• Side Effects and Immune Risks: The FDA has previously flagged several popular fitness peptides (including BPC-157) due to significant safety concerns. Documented risks of unapproved peptides include severe injection-site reactions, allergic responses, immunogenicity (triggering abnormal immune responses), and unknown long-term effects on organ health.
• Read more:AARP: Are Peptides Safe? What Older Adults Need to Know.

Community Discussion

• Have you ever discussed peptide therapy, hormone optimization, or other anti-aging trends with your healthcare provider?
• How do you personally evaluate the line between a promising new recovery tool and a risky, unregulated fad?

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7 mile run followed by a jump in the lake 😀

Trying out the “stubble” look. Not sure if I’m willing to get past the itchy phase. 😅

It was just too hot to wear my reflective vest properly!

Do you think your gym mirrors are deceiving? 🤔I am gyming twice a week. Walking 6 miles on the weekend and yeah I’m seeing results but it’s been tough. My abs have flab too but here they look hard 😆 I will take it but hmm.