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Age Is Just A Number When You Eat Healthy & Do Strength Training

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This was “leg day” for me with my trainer, Jenn Miller, at the YMCA. I can’t possibly describe what a great job Jenn has done with this “old lady.”  Jenn’s a true professional, and takes the time to understand my goals and how I think.

You’ll clearly recognize the strength exerted by glancing at the facial expressions. We will not only call today a Bad Hair Day, but it’s also a Bad Face Day!!! I’m going to overlook both of those factors and post the photos.

 

I’m very proud of moving “405 pounds” with my legs on the Leg Press. That’s the stack of 390 pounds plus the whole dial with another 15 pounds. I think I remember doing 8 reps.

 

Age is truly just a number when you eat healthy and focus on strength training and flexibility. This 71 year old is a prime example.

Every muscle was shaking in both legs, and I was focused on my knee caps!! I’ll tell you now that I’ll never need knee replacement with the muscle strength around those knees.

Thanks, Jenn, for all that you do for me.  Keep pushing me, coach. I truly appreciate it.

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Barbara Todaro, Great Grandmother to Caleb, Santino, Aiden and Gianni       

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Comments (28)

Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Nina Hollander well, I'll take 40.... I was in good shape then.... played racquetball... every morning and evening.... 

Mar 23, 2018 03:01 PM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

My God you are amazing. I can't imagine 45 pounds nevermind 405!

Mar 23, 2018 03:06 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Sharon Tara two full years of strength training with a trainer to get to this point.... this helps me with deadlifts.... strong legs and back....

Mar 23, 2018 03:09 PM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I might need to move myself up to 40 one of these days, Barbara... then again maybe I'll just stick at 39 like Jack Benny did! 

Mar 23, 2018 03:12 PM
Barbara Todaro

you will always wear any number in the thirties very well.... Nina Hollander .... I'm actually flattered when people think I'm 50.... close enough!!!!

Mar 23, 2018 03:16 PM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

I will give you the weights....and take the "number only" philosophy I have always held....!

Mar 23, 2018 03:13 PM
Barbara Todaro

that's good... I'll take the weights.... Sally.... while I'm still able....

Mar 23, 2018 03:18 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Barbara I have more energy that most of the people I know who are half my age

Mar 23, 2018 03:46 PM
Barbara Todaro

and you look like you do, George Souto stay fit.... you look great...

Mar 23, 2018 03:52 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Barbara - I come to "read"  your posts because I want to be inspired( in estate and in life). Once again, I can leave satisfied. Thank you, as always. 

Mar 23, 2018 03:59 PM
Barbara Todaro

thank you, Michael Jacobs I always look forward to your comments.... and when I see that you "like" a post, I always look forward to reading your comments... thanks again.

Mar 23, 2018 04:08 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I absolutely agree that if you eat right, and exercise properly, age is only a number. 

Mar 23, 2018 04:36 PM
Barbara Todaro

Myrl Jeffcoat you and I can be 40 forever.... well, maybe I'll be 49....

Mar 23, 2018 04:37 PM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

I am so impressed by your amazing exercise regimen - I need to start doing something

Mar 23, 2018 08:38 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Barbara.

I could do 48 pounds 8 times, maybe???  That's impressive

Mar 24, 2018 02:13 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Lise Howe everyone should have a routine to do at least 5 days a week..... 

James Dray keep hitting golf balls....do what you love to do....

Mar 24, 2018 03:28 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I am happy to announce down 26 pounds and 6 inches since that first week of January you inspires me to get my butt in gear Barbara Todaro. I have quit diet soda, no coffee, no donuts and no nightly ice cream. I am faithfully working out 5 days a week too. You are a true inspiration beyond anything 

Mar 24, 2018 05:05 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Scott Godzyk great job.... keep it up....it doesn't happen overnight.... it took me 2 years to reach that point with legs.... one day at a time...

Mar 24, 2018 05:18 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I am so proud of the new you but then again I thought the old you was pretty special Barbara Todaro 

Mar 24, 2018 07:36 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®,CRS, the old me would not have fit on the seat of that piece of equipment!!!

Mar 24, 2018 07:37 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

You are the proof, Barbara. Your posts are so inspirational and I'm always blown away by your story and your determination to make health a number one in your life. D 

Mar 24, 2018 08:32 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Hi Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD thank you.... we only go this way once.... I dodged one big bullet, and now I'm on track to do the maximum that my body will take.... I haven't "hit a wall" yet!!  I keep training to satisfy the next heavy weight.... 

Mar 24, 2018 08:38 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Good morning Barbara Todaro - I had a trainer quite some time ago and she was the only thing that forced me to toe the line.  I am looking to get another trainer. I personally need that "push". 

Mar 25, 2018 09:04 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

 

You are truely an inspiration to many members! Impressive is the only way to describe your leg strength. Thanks for sharing Barbara Todaro 

Apr 04, 2018 04:30 PM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Sheri Sperry - MCNE® I think everyone who goes to a gym consistently should have a trainer....

Margaret Rome, Baltimore Maryland that's just a reflection of my desire to stay fit....

Apr 22, 2018 04:37 AM