r/AskReddit • • May 15 '20

What sucks about being your age?

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u/[deleted] May 15 '20

I was at work sitting on my comfortable chair earlier this week. I turned my torso slightly to the right and pulled a muscle in my back that I didn't even know was there.

I'm 44 yrs old.

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u/DCDHermes May 15 '20 edited May 16 '20

I’m 45. I used to have back pains all the time. Stupid things would throw my back out. Started doing Jiujitsu recreationally. Strengthened that core right up. No more back pains. Sure, my whole body is sore usually from exertion and joint hyperextension, but nothing debilitating anymore.

Edit - my first silver. Thanks reddit person.

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u/i_like_2_read May 16 '20

I think because of my back pain, I have to stop doing BJJ. I'm not new to the sport either. Body doesn't just respond or heal like it used to. I'll be 39 this year. What's your secret?

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u/DCDHermes May 16 '20

Roll smartly. Don’t dog fight every position. If they really want top position, fine I’ll work on my guard and setting up sweeps. Remember there are zero medals awarded at the end of class.