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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Haven't read the whole thread, but I have to say that it's NEVER too late to change how you look.  No, you can't turn back the clock and be 21 again.  There are no do-overs.  However, there are plenty of examples of men and women who in their 50s, 60s, and 70s (or even older) made the absolute most of what they have.

If you have money and can hire a personal trainer, look for one who will teach you how to get a bodybuilder's physique - this goes for women too.  No, you won't end up looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger if you pick up a dumbbell heavier than 15 pounds.  What you will do is build muscle, which is the key to looking and feeling youthful.  Join a yoga or Pilates class to work on your flexibility.  Drink a ton of water and get plenty of sleep.  Watch what you eat and live on protein, healthy fats and fiber.

Life isn't over when you turn 50, 60 or 70.  It can be whatever you want it to be.  Check out these people:

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/manitoba-grandparents-prep-for-provincial-bodybuilding-contest-1.1356926[/quote]

OP here and again, it has nothing to do with how I look.  [b]I am already slim, have always worked out with a trainer and still run, and always wear make-up and have my hair colored[/b].  I never said that my life was over - I said I am now invisible.  [/quote]

Here's the problem. You've clearly invested a lot of yourself into your looks. Fortunately I'm an overweight, average looking gal who's grown accustomed to giving over the spotlight to more beautiful women since my 20's. Now that I'm in my 50's it's no big deal to be invisible. Heck -- there's some amount of freedom in it, don'tcha think?[/quote]Yes, I'm really learning now how it was actually an advantage to be a socially awkward jock/geek.  While I'm sympathetic to folks who suddenly feel invisible, I just can't relate on a personal level at all.  It feels very liberating![/quote]

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