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SeagoatSC
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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My log in went "kaflooy" so I had to create new log in...you all have been wonderful and inspiring for me. I have climbed a very little outside with some experienced folks (After Six at MPB on Memorial Day and Aunt Fanny Pantry) The Pantry was great; After Six I ended up looking like I had been intimate with a cheese grater...everyone complained about the "missing tree" and repeating that they "didn't sandbag me, really." Thanks to the young man at the base that gave me a foothold to get started. I also did a small climb at Swan Slab a couple weeks ago. I love the climbing and the rush of the rappelling at the end. Since I get to Yosemite frequently perhaps I will have a chance to catch up with some of the other women that have given me encouragement. And yes I did join Pacific Edge in Santa Cruz so perhaps I will see some of you there.
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rgold
Trad climber
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Who is going to be topless on the next issue of Vulgarian Digest?
Ron, VD now stands for "Very Decrepit." The Vulgarian Digest, together with Annals of Arthritis, Incontinence International, Irritable Bowel Beatdown, Cirrhosis Century, and Joint Replacement Jubilee have been acquired by the Senior Moments Group, which intends to implement substantially revised editorial policies. As a public service, it has been determined that tops will remain firmly in place in all future covers.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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First: welcome to this forum!
Only mid fifties? That's not "mature" or even close to it.
To other members of the forum who don't really know me well: I've been a rock junkie now for over 50 years, and barring my recent mishap in Eldorado, have had a great time.(Climbed in Eldorado,Boulder Canyon, Lumpy Ridge, Vedauwoo, Devil's Tower, Yosemite Valley, Tuolumne, Stone Mtn. N.C., and Dolomites). I'm looking forward to getting back to my 3x weekly health club workouts and back on the rock by early fall.
Don't really think it's ever "too late" to be infected with the rock climbing virus! Just make sure of some basics: get some competent rope management instruction; get in shape (esp. cardiovascular!) before doing too much real strenuous activity; finally-climb with a competent leader and companion. Have someone who knows your abilities and limitations to some degree become your mentor. Other than that--ENJOY!
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Just noted some comments re: Dietary supplements!
My regimen:
MSM (methysulfonylmethane)
B-100 B Vitamins
L-Carnitine (250 to 500 mg daily!!)
Multivitamin
Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc
Coenzyme Q10
Chromium Picolinate
Selenium
B-Carotene
In post-menopausal females, extra iron and calcium (Osteoporosis prevention)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Brokedown, what does coenzyme Q10 do ?
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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rgold,
you mean it will be bottomless?
(if memory serves that one has been done already)
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Coenzyme Q10 is a cofactor required by each and every cell of our bodies to metabolize fatty acids and generate energy (ATP synthesis). It is the basis of mitochodrial metabolism.
Initially discovered by Professor Karl Folkers at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Center in Houston, TX. Got him a Nobel Prize nomination.
It's technically a "B-Vitamin" that's missing from all standard "B-Complex" vitamins, 'cause it's expensive.
Also, it is synergistic with L-Carnitine, as the 2 compounds are responsible for achiving the same end: getting the fats from our diet to a place where they do some good.
L-Carnitine is also a "B-Vitamin" missing from the usual supermarket pills. It's the transport agent that carries fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane to the active site of enzyme action.
This is a simplified version. Trust me--take both and you'll feel stronger and better.
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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This may provide some helpful ideas.
I'm partial to cod liver oil myself.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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I'll subscribe to that Russ.
Brilliant.
steve
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Bee
climber
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Dear Goatie:
Stop referring to yourself as 'mature'. It doesn't sound like much fun. Try 'hot' or 'crazy' instead. (Everyone else here thinks they're hot or crazy-- why not you?) It's part of the culture.
Similarly: don't make lame excuses for yourself based upon your age. If things are not going well, It's much better (and probably more accurate) to blame congenitally weak mental capacities. Also then you will have more in common with the rest of the climbing community.
There is no such thing as 'starting late'. There is just 'getting on with it'. The more you get on with it, the better you'll climb. Climbing well, vs. just half-assed, can make you happy. At least for a minute or two.
Don't underestimate your strength or the amount of strength that you can gain. Don't overestimate the amount strength required to climb well. Style matters and technique vincit omnia.
Above all, be safe and have a good time...
Kindest regards,
NOT DOING TOO BAD FOR AN OLD BAG
P.S. How do I get a subscription, Mighty?
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Does anybody have the copy of GA with the truss review?
I think it was the same issue as the article on filling bolt holes with Fixodent.
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SeagoatSC
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Stop referring to yourself as 'mature'. It doesn't sound like much fun. Try 'hot' or 'crazy' instead. (Everyone else here thinks they're hot or crazy-- why not you?) It's part of the culture.
Thanks Bee, or is it "Duuude"? Cobra beer and tatts, I am so excited! That'll make me "hot" and crazy"...yea?
You have all been great....thanks again!
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jogill
climber
Colorado
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Starting in your 50s means you will not be worn out in your 70s! Best wishes for many happy years on the rock.
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Ottawa Doug
Social climber
Ottawa, Canada
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Anders that is hilarious! Hope you're keeping well.
Cheers,
Doug
P.S. And Locker, normally I scroll down and read............................................you're gonna die, but as someone else posted I almost vomitted. : )
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Thanks Doug - GA wasn't my creation. I forget who first created and posted it. Author?
Subscriptions may be available from http://www.fishproducts.com/ Send Russ a beer, see what happens.
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SofCookay
climber
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Mid 40s, hoping to climb my first wall in the next month or so...climbing (and hiking/backpacking - my other loves) motivates me to stay healthy, fit, and strong.
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Karl Baba
Trad climber
Yosemite, Ca
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Initially discovered by Professor Karl Folkers at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Center in Houston, TX. Got him a Nobel Prize nomination.
I'm just relieved that searching my name and coming up with the geriatric thread didn't result in a solid hit for Karl Baba..
even though I qualify...
except for the mature or grown-up part. I'm still fighting that tooth and nail!
We can start and keep going at any age. Just let go the ego that says we have to excel.
Actually, the people for whom climbing is hardest are the ones who benefit the most. If you are a natural at it, young, strong and fearless, it's just going through the motions compared to somebody who has to conquer their fear.
In the end, and along the way, almost nobody is on top, stays on top or is near the top.
Like the rest of life is like that too, Even supermodels lament the weak points in their faces and figures.
Peace
Karl
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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I've always found climbing to be my refuge of sanity when everything else is turning to $hit. Concentration on "getting up the rock" tends to focus life nicely.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Healing up very well at this point; home from hospital and on my own. Can start some light workouts in another 2 weeks, and should be able to go on a previously planned high altitude trip in late July (Quandary Peak, Mt. Bierstadt, and possibly Mt. Shavano) in Colorado. Should be back on the rocks by late August (Dr. says only seconding until off Coumadin therapy).
I recovered my hard hat and will take some pix of what saved my bacon!
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quietpartner
Trad climber
Moantannah
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Good to see you're coming along well, Brokedown.
We oughta get together before we heal up so much that the wind scatters us like leaves.
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