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Started lifting back in November of last year. Really trying to get fit in my 30s. Anyone in a similar boat or was? Would like some tips. Been excess of 200lbs since high school and weight cycles through my 20s. Just wanting to getting strong toned and active for my family. 31 5'7" 220lbs. I know it's never too late to start but I keep reading about how it's an uphill battle after 28(sounds bullshit to me) I get I can be harder but how much difficult can it be?

Started lifting back in November of last year. Really trying to get fit in my 30s. Anyone in a similar boat or was? Would like some tips. Been excess of 200lbs since high school and weight cycles through my 20s. Just wanting to getting strong toned and active for my family. 31 5'7" 220lbs. I know it's never too late to start but I keep reading about how it's an uphill battle after 28(sounds bullshit to me) I get I can be harder but how much difficult can it be?

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cheat days are retarded, you are only undoing your work.

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I agree Cheating undermines your goal and promotes psychological weakness.

I am more than twice OP's age. I have been lifting and fighting the inevitable longer than he's been alive. Get started and never quit. Do what seems best for you. You can refine your routine as you gain experience and knowledge. It's well worth it.

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How have the joints held up over time? Do you still squat?

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I do, but not with a barbell behind my head, and not real heavy. Joints can be a bit creaky at times, but once I'm moving, I'm good. I'm not a big guy. I have always stayed within about a 15 lb. window. I wear the same size pants I wore in high school. In my experience, joint stiffness and pain happens when I consume carbs. Grain carbs cause inflammation for me.

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That's how I know you're DYEL.

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Not sure if I totally buy that. Tbh, I'll sacrifice some small gains to enjoy some pizza or fried chicken before I die. I think I'd be better off ensuring I avoid beer and run a bit more to offset that.

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that's why i said count calories, so you can eat whatever you want as long as you meet your caloric goal (whatever it may be).