As men age, it takes more and more effort to keep a big gut at bay.

Shadow_of_the_Dome 4850 posts Original UHND Member

Posted 4:44 pm on Mar 30, 2022

Metabolism changed around 30.
Testosterone dropped noticeably around 55 (more difficult to maintain muscle mass).
You can keep a big gut at bay, but it requires effort (diet, exercise, etc. I’ve not gone with hormone supplements yet.)

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As men age, it takes more and more effort to keep a big gut at bay. Shadow_of_the_Dome 4:44pm · 3/30/22
- At 30, I was in my best shape ever. 50's hit me hard. Still tucking in the shirt, though... NedoftheHill 4:51pm · 3/30/22
  - Covid inactivity coupled with some nagging injuries kept me sidelined a bit and I am heavier than I TakethetrainKnute 5:00pm · 3/30/22
  - Just turned 54 and I have a six pack. NDavenue 4:58pm · 3/30/22
    - yeah, i had a six pack, too. then.... und67 6:03pm · 3/30/22
    - Yeah, when covid hit I took up drinking and gave up exercise. In hindsight, maybe not the best move. NedoftheHill 5:33pm · 3/30/22
      - The pandemic and lockdowns have definitely not helped. NDavenue 6:28pm · 3/30/22

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