Muscles after 60

[brer cat]

I have passed my 60th birthday and the muscles are fading fast. Can folks my age increase or at least maintain muscle strength?

[flvegan]

1. Absolutely!

The same rules apply no matter the age. For example, my 70 year old mom (my most important client) likes to show off her horseshoe triceps to anyone that'll look.

Age is a minor factor. I'd be happy to help you out with a program.

[soleft]

2. what's a horsehoe tricep and how can i get one?

[flvegan]

3. "Horseshoe" describes the way the muscle looks

when flexed. The three heads of the triceps (medial, lateral and long) form to make this "horseshoe" located on the side/back of the upper arm (opposite the biceps). The triceps are an easy muscle group to isolate, so with time, it's easy to bring them out.

Here are a couple good, beginner exercises to build 'em:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/superarms_triceps.htm

[CrispyQ]

4. Growing Old is Not for Sissies

From the book "Growing Old is Not for Sissies" by Etta Clark: John Turner at 67 & Marie Wilcox-Little at 73



Somewhere I saw a more recent pic of Turner at 84. Still quite remarkable!

Another good book is "Strong Women Stay Young" by Miriam Nelson. The weight routine is geared for beginners. The testimonials are inspiring!

I finally got serious about strength training last year. I have been very pleased with my progress. My triceps were the first place where I saw some definition. It was a thrilling moment. And now I'm repeating that experience with other muscles. :thumbsup: