American men seem to be getting weaker
I'm 52 and as shown in pics on this site my grip is strong enough for me to still do a "pullover".
The article below shows young men in the US and I suggest the western world as a whole are getting weaker.
https://getpocket.com/explore/item/raising-the-american-weakling
This is sad
When I was 59 (some years back) I had an in-patient procedure. As I was being prepped while lying down, the PA asked me to lift a leg so she could tuck the covering underneath it. I figured the other leg was next, so I lifted both at the same time: a simple, easy leg raise.
The physicians assistant said, "Wow, you have strong abs."
I said, "What do you mean?" (again, a simple, easy leg raise).
She said, "You'd be surprised how many people can't do what you just did."
Now, though she didn't specify, I'm assuming -- I'm hoping -- she meant people my age. If not ... holy crap. 🙁 Actually, holy crap either way.
As I once heard someone say, you can't stop aging, but you don't have to decay along the way. Now over 60, I can still do chinups, military-press 70% bodyweight, and do the sit-rise test (not all at the same time ofc). I simply can't imagine letting myself go to pieces ... though time is taking its toll.
Originally posted by SamZEDI would think certainly in the more industrialized nations.
Prolly true for most of the planet. Less manual labor and more of sit your fat a$$ on a chair labor.
Re: American men seem to be getting weaker
Originally posted by Putinbot1
I'm 52 and as shown in pics on this site my grip is strong enough for me to still do a "pullover".The article below shows young men in the US and I suggest the western world as a whole are getting weaker.
https://getpocket.com/explore/item/raising-the-american-weakling
This is sad
You think that's sad, try watching high school kids playing softball.
Back in our day, plenty of non-dedicated athletes could play. Now, they literally stumble all over themselves, and can't even catch the damned ball.
Originally posted by Mindshipyeah, it amuses me, I look at the over 40's here, Rob, you, me, bada... Mostly kids or grand kids, all healthy.
When I was 59 (some years back) I had an in-patient procedure. As I was being prepped while lying down, the PA asked me to lift a leg so she could tuck the covering underneath it. I figured the other leg was next, so I lifted both at the same time: a simple, easy leg raise.The physicians assistant said, "Wow, you have strong abs."
I said, "What do you mean?" (again, a simple, easy leg raise).
She said, "You'd be surprised how many people can't do what you just did."Now, though she didn't specify, I'm assuming -- I'm hoping -- she meant people my age. If not ... holy crap. 🙁 Actually, holy crap either way.
As I once heard someone say, you can't stop aging, but you don't have to decay along the way. Now over 60, I can still do chinups, military-press 70% bodyweight, and do the sit-rise test (not all at the same time ofc). I simply can't imagine letting myself go to pieces ... though time is taking its toll.
I would think certainly in the more industrialized nations.
Says it all.
Originally posted by Putinbot1
yeah, it amuses me, I look at the over 40's here, Rob, you, me, bada... Mostly kids or grand kids, all healthy.Says it all.
Lol at the reaction this topic caused in a certain someone, the counter-thread reaction, good god, relax and don't take everything as a personal affront to yourself. Anyhow.
As covered by other posters, less manual labor and sedentary jobs is very much likely a factor; especially in the West. Do wonder if decreasing levels of testosterone, which could be environmentally related, is also a factor in people; especially men in the West getting weaker and weaker.
Also feel the cliche sentiment that kids are getting lazier and lazier is true, as CDTM pointed out.
As always, Mindship is an inspiration
Originally posted by Robtard
Lol at the reaction this topic caused in a certain someone, the counter-thread reaction, good god, relax and don't take everything as a personal affront to yourself. Anyhow.As covered by other posters, less manual labor and sedentary jobs is very much likely a factor; especially in the West. Do wonder if decreasing levels of testosterone, which could be environmentally related, is also a factor in people; especially men in the West getting weaker and weaker.
Also feel the cliche sentiment that kids are getting lazier and lazier is true, as CDTM pointed out.
As always, Mindship is an inspiration
Why don't you take your own advice g?