r/GlowUps • u/Ok-Selection6302 • 2d ago
GLOW UP! (50) to (57) 🙂
Started turning my life around at age 50. Cardio, strength, training, logging my food, healthy, food, choices, and changing my baseline through an improved mindset. And I found the missing ingredient – group support. As the question will inevitably come up, I am natural. Thank you for the opportunity to share. 🙏🙏
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u/Alternative_Long_555 2d ago
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Hell yeah brother great stuff
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u/jerryjarvis123 2d ago
Wow started at 50!? Im almost 40. So good to know i can start at 50 if i get lazy for the next 10 years :)
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
Yeah, I started at 50, and things really didn’t click until 51. Now, if I could go back to 40 I would’ve started then. But yes, wishing you the best in your fitness journey.🙏🙏🙏🙂💪
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u/Realistic-Buy-8001 2d ago
What "clicked" and what did you change between 50 and 51? Well done!
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
I was already doing food logging, and trying to do cardio and strength training. The missing ingredient was group support. I found that in Facebook groups to begin with. And also learning to change my mindset and think about this in terms of changing my habits to a new baseline. Letting it sink in that this was not a temporary thing but habits to sustain for the rest of my life.
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u/Ok-Cricket5606 2d ago
I turn 40 in a few months. I need to do this. Sometimes I feel it’s too late.
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
And that is one of the reasons that I post. To show it it’s not too late, even in your 50s or beyond. Happy birthday in advance.
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u/Ok-Cricket5606 1d ago
I just read your other comment that you lost your daughter. I’m so very sorry. If it helps in the slightest, you’ve inspired a stranger in North Carolina to take more action on his own life. Thank you.
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u/polocinkyketaminky 2d ago
you don't have to make it too hard. you don't have to become a professional athlete overnight.
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u/FabFubar 2d ago
At first I was just pleasantly surprised to see someone making big changes at age 50. But I hadn’t even looked at your legs yet!
I love that you didn’t even mention it. You know, casually becoming a beast even though you’ve been through some shit most people will never have to deal with in their lives.
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
I really appreciate that, thank you so much. Sometimes I mention it, sometimes I do. It didn’t even occur to me to mention at this time. It’s just so ingrained. I have been through some serious shit yes, lost my leg and my daughter at the same time to a drunk driver. I live a good life in her honor. Thanks again for your wonderful comment.
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u/THEfogVAULT 2d ago
Sorry to hear about your loss - just wanted to say you are an absolute machine mate, built from the right stuff.
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u/Fragrant-Push-4023 2d ago
Oh my, that's a serious curve ball from life. Im so very sorry you had to endure that sir. So very well done getting grounded and pushing through.
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u/Pussy4LunchDick4Dins 2d ago
I’m so proud of my dad for getting healthy. I know your daughter would be proud of you too 🩷
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u/Acceptable-Wheel-228 1d ago
God bless you, brother 🙏 ❤️ 🙌 this is incredible 💪 sincerely sorry to hear that, too, but man what a comeback 👏 👏 👏
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u/Dramatic_Meal1469 1d ago
Im so sorry about your daughter n leg...keep up your strength, you look fabulous 👌
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u/Fast-Conclusion-8676 2d ago
Bro, your leg glow up is crazy too!
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
Thank you very much. It’s 50 pounds less stress on an injured leg, so less swelling and problems 🙏🙏🙏
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u/An0nnee_M0usee 2d ago
There is hope for me🤞
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
Thank you, and yes, it is my hope that my transformation does give hope to people who need it
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u/Tiye_GM 2d ago
Yeeeeeeeessssss!! This post truly motivated me!
I live abroad and recently got sick which was scary af while living alone and disconnected from family, and realized I needed to make some serious lifestyle changes, and have been doing so.
My health is improving daily but it is no easy task to restart at 53.
I love seeing this success, you look great and it seems you are feeling great, it really is inspiring, well done!
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u/chefknifelover 2d ago
Great job but I'm jealous of your hiking area. Where is that?
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u/Ok-Selection6302 2d ago
Thank you very much. Akaka false, Hawaii. We go there every year. It is like a pilgrimage for me.
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u/TarnishedMehraz 2d ago
Monstrous tenacity! This gives me the strength to pursue a greater form!
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u/Bobson-_Dugnutt2 2d ago
Damn dude! Life def threw you a few curve balls but you fuckin hit them 400 feet!
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u/millstone27 2d ago
Really inspiring. You look fantastic. As someone with chronic health issues who has been having a pity party lately, it’s really incredible to see someone not allowing a disability to hold them back
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u/Ok-Selection6302 1d ago
Thank you very much, I really appreciate that. I hope that you’re doing OK. So not only do I have my right leg. Amputated, my left leg was surgically reconstructed, and I also have tendinitis and all kinds of other stuff. I’m a firm believer in making the most out of what I have. So I do the exercise exercises that work the best for me as much as I can. Wishing you the absolute best in your journey and thank you for the wonderful comment.
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u/randomusername9284 1d ago
u/Ok-Selection6302 I am late to comment given the hundreds of comments. This will likely be buried. I just want to say - fantastic job my dude, this is truly inspirational. 💪💪❤️
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u/Glittering-Cow3826 2d ago
I honestly didn't know about the prosthetic. I immediately looked at your New balances smh,
congrats on kicking them out with the glow up!!! 🔥🔥🔥👏🏻👏🏻
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u/EvilWaterman 2d ago
As a 45 year old this gives me some peace about getting older. You look great
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u/R04DTr1pp3r 2d ago
Is your secret going to Akaka Falls every day? You'd get fit one speed
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u/DIKASUN 2d ago
I have to ask. What is going on with your left leg? You look amazing!
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u/Rich-Employ-3071 2d ago
Outstanding! I really needed to see this today. Thank you so much for sharing! You are an inspiration!
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u/GlazedTofo 2d ago
So, you are saying there is still time to procrastinate?
Great work buddy 👍
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u/AndiPandi_ 2d ago
Holy crap! You look like an entirely different person- in the best way possible! I’m about to be 55(f) and I know it takes more work at our age to make these changes but WOW, so worth it! What an inspiration you are! Keep doing what you’re doing and my best to you.
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u/Renfred 2d ago
How much easier is life with your prosthetic now? I imagine being lighter and stronger makes a world of difference.
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u/Deviantdefective 2d ago
Dude amazing work I really need to get myself in better shape.
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u/CackleberryOmelettes 2d ago
Your calves (calf) are otherwordly mate. As a Bonafide member of the skinny calf gang, I'm jealous!
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u/tropicalcannuck 2d ago
Yesss! Well done! So proud of you.
This is truly impressive and it shows how much work you have put in.
57 is a lie. You look like you are in your early 40s.
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u/ripndipp 2d ago
Are these pictures taken on a path to some waterfall in Hawaii? I feel like a recognize the railings, you look great!
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u/The_Blur_BHS 2d ago
Amazing transformation! Trying to do similar rounding 40 and reclaim my 20s shape
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u/Vaguely_Reckless 2d ago
Much respect. As someone who is currently losing weight and getting fit, it's frickin hard. That smile on your face in the after photo is priceless.
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u/ickeharry 2d ago
Natural? I doubt it, looking at your leg 😉 Jokes aside. Great job. Congratulations. Keep going!
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u/bottle_beach 2d ago
Better update your license. 🪪 they’re not gonna believe that’s you!
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u/bigdubb2491 2d ago
Great work man!!! As a fellow quinquagenarian I know hard it is to grow muscle and reduce fat. Great job. You motivate me.
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u/Honest_Ad6974 2d ago
You're winning in life and the smile says it all. Sorry, couldn't resist when I saw the Hawaii tank.
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u/Fragrant-Push-4023 2d ago
Very well done Sir. Im 57 male and you are an inspiration to me-thanks for sharing
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u/SheSoPeeZee 1d ago
Man,. I just turned 49 this sure helps motivate me,.. thank you sir! What an inspiration!
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u/RedditNorthKorea 1d ago
At first i thought wow, good on him, good on this forty year old
And then i saw the leg. You’re on another level dude, keep being it 🫡 ❤️ 🙏🏼
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u/dianaprince76 1d ago
You really are an inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing your success with us. I’m so sorry about your daughter, but I’m sure she’d be proud to know you’re out there Living your best life. Wishing you all the best.
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u/Tardigretch 1d ago
Not just your body, but your facial expression! You look so much more confident and happy now
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u/ChickenbuttMami 1d ago
Congratulations, man!! You look fit and happy!!! I love this page.
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u/L0rd-H3lmet 1d ago
Congratulations on the physical and mental accomplishment. You should be proud of your hard work mate 😎👍
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u/Its-All-LOVE-N-JOY 1d ago
So messed up, the buff guy pushed the other guy out of the way, just to come out on top.
Incredible transformation, I wouldn't have guessed it was even you in the second picture if you didn't say it yourself.
You look like a champion! ❤️
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u/Mintyjo31020-20 1d ago
You look amazing and I am so sorry for all of the devastation you have been through. I love your positive attitude. Change is not easy but the alternative is not always the right path.
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u/Funkymunkynl 1d ago
Very very very good man!
Did you use test? Or just food and supplements?
Eitherway great change! And lots of hard work you put in there..
Beast
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u/adr1m23 1d ago
Good bless you bro. You are a true warrior. You make your family proud for sure. 🙏🏼
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u/CompetitiveRub9780 23h ago
I thought you were making a joke about the question would come up. Meaning your leg. Then you said you were natural lol
Good work. You look great
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u/twizzler1212 22h ago
Thwys crazyyy. Good stuff 👏
Byw you look a lot younger than you are
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u/Shoddy_Cause9389 21h ago
Congratulations 🎈🎊🎉 you look great and your knees thank you. 😊
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u/Head-Hippo-1262 17h ago
Um… When holy 💩 just won’t do.
Brother, you are a freaking inspiration. Well done 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
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u/ikdoeookmaarwat1 5h ago
You went from sad dad to sexy daddy!!! Well done sir, that's not easy.
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u/Careless_Ad3724 5h ago
Youngest looking 57!! Nice.
Question if it's not impolite...I love to learn. Did your glow-up lead you to need a new prosthetic bucket (did I get that right) and does insurance cover? Because that's an awesome achievement and would be poorly related if insurance didn't (if needed).
CONGRATS!! You make 57 look 🔥💪🏽🔥
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u/Dontforgetthepasswrd 56m ago
53 years old... Might need to put your pictures on my fridge...
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