Thank you very much for that. I’m in my mid 50’s and is a goal of mine to finish an IBR before getting “too old” to finish.
Looking at the last two IBR top 3 finishers, they are logging epic miles on top of epic bonus location.
For me to finish an IBR, and complete the necessary prerequisites to apply, my fitness level must be high.
I’ve started my regimen and wanted to add to your experience.
-No alcohol
-no coffee
-limited sugar
-limited processed foods
-Participate in noom, paying close attention.
-strength based movement training, my sons football coach gave me a training regimen that combines movement and resistance.
-yoga for flexibility, breathing, and joints.
-swim/run, currently at :30 minutes and want to build up to more.
For those of us “of a certain age” having a high fitness level will limit injury and increase stamina.
I’ve been at it for a month and I’ve noticed:
-blood pressure dropped from stage 1 hypertension to 105-107/70-75.
-resting heart rate went from mid to high 60’s to an average of 57z
-lost 14 pounds, I’mblessed that my metabolism is not low, I’m a naturally thin dude, and was not far from my ideal weight to begin with. I’m at my ideal weight now and am focusing on strength and stamina.
-feel really energetic
-cognitive clarity, I remember where my keys are, directions, things people said and stuff I read. It’s noticeable, processing speed is quicker too. I swear it’s like my brain is younger.
I’m no expert at health/fitness nor do I have any credentials. This is my own personal discoveries and I hope it’s useful to others.
Thank you for the thread.