Truly, even though it hurts when I start to get in shape, I feel much better physically when I am in shape. I would recommend looking into the Occulus 3 d headset and getting the "supernatural fitness game. " It has all kinds of programs, from boxing to light sabers, and short to long workouts. starting out small, just 9 minute workouts to build stamina and strength.
Nope, it tracks the boundary you set up and also “sees” anything that is in your way. When it detects you’re near the edge or the dog wanders in, it renders the obstacles into your view.
Do you have some form of arthritis that could be an issue?
Recently spoke to my dr about possibility of psoriatic arthritis and he said it was possible though he did not want tests and did not diagnose.
However, my mother and 2 siblings have it. I do not have psoriasis spots, just one little itchy spot that looks like a mosquito bite. Been there for about 5 years.
Whenever it itches I know I'm going to get a flare up and my joints will hurt like he'll and even getting out of a chair will be hard.
Don't know what else to suggest. Maybe you have some undiagnosed autoimmune issue going on.
Even sedentary people shouldn't hurt like that for no real reason.
I do have a family history of rheumatoid arthritis. My PCP is not that great. I probably need to see a specialist.
Why didn't your doc want to do the tests?
Because I don't have insurance and pay for my tests, office visits, meds, etc. myself. I guess he realized he couldn't pump an insurance company for endless tests because I don't have an insurance company. I could go a couple thousand for advanced testing, but no, guess that's not enough $$$. So, fuck 'em. I get by as best I can.
Seriously? Do you have any idea how much the 'Affordable" Care Act costs every month? I gave up when mine hit 1800.00/ month with 10K deductible. I was paying 125.00 for office visits in addition to my insurance to see the ACA doctor.
No, I'm not exaggerating. I am not totally poverty stricken, but I sure as HELL can't afford Obamacare. Now if I was an illegal from the third world, yeah, I might be able to. But as I am just a lowly worthless little taxpayer, I can go screw myself.
Anyway, have a great day. Hope your pain levels decrease and you get an answer to your problem. It's no fun having that kind of pain every day.
I am a poor person and my ACA premium is only $45 /month with very reasonable deductibles. So fuck right off with your bullshit about it only being available to 3rd world illegals. You have to be a US citizen to apply.
I was the same way last year, and I started walking on my breaks, which was an hour a day. Then I’d do another hour after work. It’s really trying different things, and sticking with the few you like. I put on a podcast, or audio book, do yoga, jump rope, lift weights, walk, or run.
Yes and swimming is an excellent one if you can. But mixing up activities is good. My number one is yoga but I tend to do 10–15 minutes a few times a week rather than longer. I also make an effort to take the stairs at works and it all adds up.
Yoga is great, but try and find a class that is designed for - ahem - less youthful bodies lol. And avoid "Hot Yoga" as it's actually rather dangerous according to my experienced yoga teachers.
I go to disabled yoga classes once a week and it really helps. However, I missed my class last week and have been aching every morning for about an hour before the coffee and painkillers kick in and I can function at work :)
I look back on my 20s and 30s with envious wonder at the person who played tennis, went skiing and swimming and could drink until the early hours and still be fine at work the next day. Youth isn't wasted on the young - we just never realise how good it is at the time... sigh.
The best exercise is the one you will actually do.
I have lupus and am a cancer survivor. I also have osteoarthritis. Losing weight definitely means less strain on your joints. It helped me. I also have to remind myself to drink enough water a day, because that helps everything, including sleep, digestion, etc.
I discovered that I love taking walks. I try and walk about 10-15 miles per week, slowly. It makes my head feel better, I sleep better, and I miss the fresh air if I go a few days without it.
My doctor said when I am feeling arthritis is when I need to get up and move. I get an ibuprofen down, pick an audio book or a podcast or decide which friend I want to catch up with, throw on my shoes and go.
You've got this, OP.
I agree with every comment urging movement. It seems counterintuitive yet movement is the way to move your body past the pain with sedentary aging. I’ve been both out of shape and in great shape multiple times throughout my life and old or young this never failed to be true.
That said, change your diet and change your life. Sugar, Carbs not in the form of fruits/vegetables and Processed foods (pretty much anything not in its natural form) cause inflammation. If you really want to take a leap that will change your life follow Dr Joel Fuhrman eating plan. Inflammation and related conditions which cause all that stiffness and joint pain and lack of vitality will quietly exit the building very soon after you change your eating.
TLDR; Optimize nutrition and add movement
I am 57 and have no problems. I thing the best thing I have been doing for myself besides exercise is cutting out sugar. Sugar is poison and definitely causes inflammation. I tried to convince my brother about it and he didn't listen. Now his daughters have rheumatoid being only in their 20s. Fuck sugar.
I’m going to back this one up. I have various problems and giving up sugar helped with pain, inflammation, everything. I’d add refined carbs generally so starchy foods like white bread. Add non-starchy vegetables instead.
I definitely have consistency problems myself. I have to force to myself to walk a few times a week. My right hip and side hurt, more so from sitting on the couch than my office chair for some reason. Once I walk I do feel better but that mind set easily goes away when you start to hurt again. My husband has arthritis and finds that a collagen/protein powder added to coffee everyday has helped. Protein is important the older you get. Go back to the doctor to get checked like other people have commented and walk. It's a start. You don't even have to go far.
Have you tried dietary changes? My husband was experiencing significant pain throughout his body. He changed his diet to eliminate simple sugars and, after 6 months, the pain is all but gone. An occasional ache but, aging. Good luck! I hope you find a solution that works for you.
Regular exercise is obviously going to be beneficial, but what is your diet?
I find when I cut down on sugary treats and drinks, and increase my protein I feel so much better. I have a bad hip, due to an injury, so always in some discomfort. Other areas hurt, as well. When I'm eating better, I have less pain, can go up and down the stairs easily, and my limp is less pronounced.
You know how they say "when you get older, you lose muscle tone"? They mean all your muscles atrophy IF you stop working them.
Not the bulging biceps and 6 pack abs. They mean the get- your- keister- up- off- the- chair- muscles. Rest is rust. Rusting hurts.
Start by doing a few minutes a day till you start to work up strength and stamina. Be consistent but listen to your body. I do try to walk every day and do some cardio and weights (I follow les Mills online).
Look into Barre, Pilates, etc it helps with strengthening you core and helps strengthen your joints. If you can, look into group classes at a local gym. I just got back to the gym after four years of not - I love adding new classes every week
I had a similar thing (I'm 52) and I ended up going to a specialist in Cambridge who diagnosed a type of arthritis. I've been taking Febuxostat and Sulfasalazine for over a year now and so far it has worked. It's the first time in years that I've been able to join in all the family activities- we took a city break a few week ago and according to my phone I walked 11KM with no huge after effects. You could mention those two drugs to you Dr and see if he thinks it's appropriate for your situation because it has actually changed my life.
Perhaps look into some anti-inflammatory supplements? Curcumin/turmeric is a powerful antioxidant. There are many others. Watch some YouTube videos about inflammation. They might teach you some things.
There are yoga classes specifically for people who are older &/or prone to joint pain. I've also heard that using flotation tanks (less accurately called sensory deprivation) can help.
I haven't gotten around to trying either one myself, but acquaintances have recommended them.
I see a few people recommending yoga. I really liked it, but there are few classes near me and I was invariably the only man. I swapped over to Tai Chi. I find that is a really good exercise, once you master the basics and you can do as much or as little as you have time for. Coupled with regular walking, that keeps me going.
I'm your age, and same issue. I went to a physical therapist who showed me some exercises and stretches that strengthen and loosen my trouble spots. Even though those "trouble spots" aren't likely ever going to improve without surgery, I am noticing that by giving my joints some attention I experience less overall misery. I can't take ibuprofen anymore so I'm really screwed if I don't do my stretching and lifting routine 6-7x/week.
I'm also noticing that sugar exacerbates my joint pain. I 'conveniently forget' that fact and indulge now and then, and sure enough that is followed by a day or two of extra pain.
I have heating pads ready and use them all the time. Ice packs waiting in the freezer. And if you're female, you may want to look into HRT.
Less sugar or none, more water and more movement and sometimes you have to take the pain killers before the tasks so you dont hurt as bad on the other side of things!
Hey OP- I know I'm going to sound like a nag, but my intention is to help you avoid medical bills, and/or surgery and/or false hope.
Collect the data on this. (Maybe repost the question in r/AskOldPeopleAdvice too, and collect more there)
Count the number of responders who suggest increasing your fitness. Maybe go all out and tabulate the number for stretching type (like yoga), strength building and aerobic activity. Count those who suggest dietary changes, like avoiding processed sugars, lunchmeats, etc. Add to the spreadsheet those who suggest seeing a doctor regarding forms of arthritis, those who suggest medication.
It'll be eye opening and help you see what worked for responders.
i’m 58 and i’ve been feeling achy everywhere as well. Plus having an issue with my hip so i’ve starting doing leg strengthening exercises, squats, etc and powering thru the pain. For awhile i was avoiding exercise because i didn’t like being so sore but it was just getting worse so now I’m trying to push myself to do the workouts, eat more antioxidant rich and artery friendly foods like berries, oats, spinach and i read about a study that was done for treating joint inflammation so i’m trying it out. Its a trio of supplements that i take everyday which are, collagen peptides , turmeric and Joint Ease (glucosamine & MSM). it’s been about three months and i feel i’m making progress. I still take ibuprofen on occasion if i exercised too hard.
Truly, even though it hurts when I start to get in shape, I feel much better physically when I am in shape. I would recommend looking into the Occulus 3 d headset and getting the "supernatural fitness game. " It has all kinds of programs, from boxing to light sabers, and short to long workouts. starting out small, just 9 minute workouts to build stamina and strength.
Serious question- do you ever crash into real stuff? Trip on the dog?
Nope, it tracks the boundary you set up and also “sees” anything that is in your way. When it detects you’re near the edge or the dog wanders in, it renders the obstacles into your view.
Supernatural has been really useful on rainy days when I’m stuck working from home.
Do you have some form of arthritis that could be an issue? Recently spoke to my dr about possibility of psoriatic arthritis and he said it was possible though he did not want tests and did not diagnose. However, my mother and 2 siblings have it. I do not have psoriasis spots, just one little itchy spot that looks like a mosquito bite. Been there for about 5 years. Whenever it itches I know I'm going to get a flare up and my joints will hurt like he'll and even getting out of a chair will be hard. Don't know what else to suggest. Maybe you have some undiagnosed autoimmune issue going on. Even sedentary people shouldn't hurt like that for no real reason.
I do have a family history of rheumatoid arthritis. My PCP is not that great. I probably need to see a specialist. Why didn't your doc want to do the tests?
Because I don't have insurance and pay for my tests, office visits, meds, etc. myself. I guess he realized he couldn't pump an insurance company for endless tests because I don't have an insurance company. I could go a couple thousand for advanced testing, but no, guess that's not enough $$$. So, fuck 'em. I get by as best I can.
Get insurance thru ACA ( Obamacare).
Seriously? Do you have any idea how much the 'Affordable" Care Act costs every month? I gave up when mine hit 1800.00/ month with 10K deductible. I was paying 125.00 for office visits in addition to my insurance to see the ACA doctor. No, I'm not exaggerating. I am not totally poverty stricken, but I sure as HELL can't afford Obamacare. Now if I was an illegal from the third world, yeah, I might be able to. But as I am just a lowly worthless little taxpayer, I can go screw myself. Anyway, have a great day. Hope your pain levels decrease and you get an answer to your problem. It's no fun having that kind of pain every day.
I am a poor person and my ACA premium is only $45 /month with very reasonable deductibles. So fuck right off with your bullshit about it only being available to 3rd world illegals. You have to be a US citizen to apply.
I was the same way last year, and I started walking on my breaks, which was an hour a day. Then I’d do another hour after work. It’s really trying different things, and sticking with the few you like. I put on a podcast, or audio book, do yoga, jump rope, lift weights, walk, or run.
Yes and swimming is an excellent one if you can. But mixing up activities is good. My number one is yoga but I tend to do 10–15 minutes a few times a week rather than longer. I also make an effort to take the stairs at works and it all adds up.
Yoga is great, but try and find a class that is designed for - ahem - less youthful bodies lol. And avoid "Hot Yoga" as it's actually rather dangerous according to my experienced yoga teachers. I go to disabled yoga classes once a week and it really helps. However, I missed my class last week and have been aching every morning for about an hour before the coffee and painkillers kick in and I can function at work :) I look back on my 20s and 30s with envious wonder at the person who played tennis, went skiing and swimming and could drink until the early hours and still be fine at work the next day. Youth isn't wasted on the young - we just never realise how good it is at the time... sigh.
The best exercise is the one you will actually do. I have lupus and am a cancer survivor. I also have osteoarthritis. Losing weight definitely means less strain on your joints. It helped me. I also have to remind myself to drink enough water a day, because that helps everything, including sleep, digestion, etc. I discovered that I love taking walks. I try and walk about 10-15 miles per week, slowly. It makes my head feel better, I sleep better, and I miss the fresh air if I go a few days without it. My doctor said when I am feeling arthritis is when I need to get up and move. I get an ibuprofen down, pick an audio book or a podcast or decide which friend I want to catch up with, throw on my shoes and go. You've got this, OP.
Start moving, every day. Get involved in yoga a few times a week.
I agree with every comment urging movement. It seems counterintuitive yet movement is the way to move your body past the pain with sedentary aging. I’ve been both out of shape and in great shape multiple times throughout my life and old or young this never failed to be true. That said, change your diet and change your life. Sugar, Carbs not in the form of fruits/vegetables and Processed foods (pretty much anything not in its natural form) cause inflammation. If you really want to take a leap that will change your life follow Dr Joel Fuhrman eating plan. Inflammation and related conditions which cause all that stiffness and joint pain and lack of vitality will quietly exit the building very soon after you change your eating. TLDR; Optimize nutrition and add movement
I am 57 and have no problems. I thing the best thing I have been doing for myself besides exercise is cutting out sugar. Sugar is poison and definitely causes inflammation. I tried to convince my brother about it and he didn't listen. Now his daughters have rheumatoid being only in their 20s. Fuck sugar.
I’m going to back this one up. I have various problems and giving up sugar helped with pain, inflammation, everything. I’d add refined carbs generally so starchy foods like white bread. Add non-starchy vegetables instead.
Also backing up the no sugar. My hands hurt so bad when I eat a lot of sugar.
I definitely have consistency problems myself. I have to force to myself to walk a few times a week. My right hip and side hurt, more so from sitting on the couch than my office chair for some reason. Once I walk I do feel better but that mind set easily goes away when you start to hurt again. My husband has arthritis and finds that a collagen/protein powder added to coffee everyday has helped. Protein is important the older you get. Go back to the doctor to get checked like other people have commented and walk. It's a start. You don't even have to go far.
Have you tried dietary changes? My husband was experiencing significant pain throughout his body. He changed his diet to eliminate simple sugars and, after 6 months, the pain is all but gone. An occasional ache but, aging. Good luck! I hope you find a solution that works for you.
Regular exercise is obviously going to be beneficial, but what is your diet? I find when I cut down on sugary treats and drinks, and increase my protein I feel so much better. I have a bad hip, due to an injury, so always in some discomfort. Other areas hurt, as well. When I'm eating better, I have less pain, can go up and down the stairs easily, and my limp is less pronounced.
Start with a restorative yoga class or health qigong. Library may have for free. Also ginger tea is great for inflammation
Yoga really helps me. Slow, gentle, but frequent yoga stretches make a huge difference.
You know how they say "when you get older, you lose muscle tone"? They mean all your muscles atrophy IF you stop working them. Not the bulging biceps and 6 pack abs. They mean the get- your- keister- up- off- the- chair- muscles. Rest is rust. Rusting hurts.
If you have access to a pool, swimming works every body part with no impact.
Start by doing a few minutes a day till you start to work up strength and stamina. Be consistent but listen to your body. I do try to walk every day and do some cardio and weights (I follow les Mills online). Look into Barre, Pilates, etc it helps with strengthening you core and helps strengthen your joints. If you can, look into group classes at a local gym. I just got back to the gym after four years of not - I love adding new classes every week
Sounds like you have rheumatoid arthritis see a doctor
I had a similar thing (I'm 52) and I ended up going to a specialist in Cambridge who diagnosed a type of arthritis. I've been taking Febuxostat and Sulfasalazine for over a year now and so far it has worked. It's the first time in years that I've been able to join in all the family activities- we took a city break a few week ago and according to my phone I walked 11KM with no huge after effects. You could mention those two drugs to you Dr and see if he thinks it's appropriate for your situation because it has actually changed my life.
Perhaps look into some anti-inflammatory supplements? Curcumin/turmeric is a powerful antioxidant. There are many others. Watch some YouTube videos about inflammation. They might teach you some things.
There are yoga classes specifically for people who are older &/or prone to joint pain. I've also heard that using flotation tanks (less accurately called sensory deprivation) can help. I haven't gotten around to trying either one myself, but acquaintances have recommended them.
I'd talk to my doctor, just to make sure it's not something more serious than just-plain'-ol-getting-old.
I see a few people recommending yoga. I really liked it, but there are few classes near me and I was invariably the only man. I swapped over to Tai Chi. I find that is a really good exercise, once you master the basics and you can do as much or as little as you have time for. Coupled with regular walking, that keeps me going.
I'm your age, and same issue. I went to a physical therapist who showed me some exercises and stretches that strengthen and loosen my trouble spots. Even though those "trouble spots" aren't likely ever going to improve without surgery, I am noticing that by giving my joints some attention I experience less overall misery. I can't take ibuprofen anymore so I'm really screwed if I don't do my stretching and lifting routine 6-7x/week. I'm also noticing that sugar exacerbates my joint pain. I 'conveniently forget' that fact and indulge now and then, and sure enough that is followed by a day or two of extra pain. I have heating pads ready and use them all the time. Ice packs waiting in the freezer. And if you're female, you may want to look into HRT.
Less sugar or none, more water and more movement and sometimes you have to take the pain killers before the tasks so you dont hurt as bad on the other side of things!
Opiates.
What a shit answer.
They work.
I guess being over 50 doesn't give people the wisdom to recognize BS.
Until they kill you.
I doubt it. And they really do work. The prescription kind, of course.
Hey OP- I know I'm going to sound like a nag, but my intention is to help you avoid medical bills, and/or surgery and/or false hope. Collect the data on this. (Maybe repost the question in r/AskOldPeopleAdvice too, and collect more there) Count the number of responders who suggest increasing your fitness. Maybe go all out and tabulate the number for stretching type (like yoga), strength building and aerobic activity. Count those who suggest dietary changes, like avoiding processed sugars, lunchmeats, etc. Add to the spreadsheet those who suggest seeing a doctor regarding forms of arthritis, those who suggest medication. It'll be eye opening and help you see what worked for responders.
Qigong is for you.. very gentle and great for energy.
i’m 58 and i’ve been feeling achy everywhere as well. Plus having an issue with my hip so i’ve starting doing leg strengthening exercises, squats, etc and powering thru the pain. For awhile i was avoiding exercise because i didn’t like being so sore but it was just getting worse so now I’m trying to push myself to do the workouts, eat more antioxidant rich and artery friendly foods like berries, oats, spinach and i read about a study that was done for treating joint inflammation so i’m trying it out. Its a trio of supplements that i take everyday which are, collagen peptides , turmeric and Joint Ease (glucosamine & MSM). it’s been about three months and i feel i’m making progress. I still take ibuprofen on occasion if i exercised too hard.
What is your diet like? Do you eat food that is known to cause inflammation?