Over 50 advice thread (12 Viewers)

[zamboni]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

I've had three. Not bad at all. I actually watched the TV monitor of the procedure during the first one. Interesting ?

That’s some fetish you have.

 

[Gatorade]

From the pages of Captain Obvious - stay ahead of the foods that give you heartburn.

Man, that one hit me like a ton of bricks after I turned 50. Never had heartburn in my life until one bout of extra spicy thai red curry a fee months after i turned 50. Almost went to the ER thinking it was a heart attack!

It started as heartburn in my 50s. Then I started getting acid reflux. Took a lot of antacids, then started taking Pepcid AC. It worked for a while. Doctor finally prescribed me Omeprazole. One pill a day for the past six months and no more problems. With insurance the cost is $0, which is great.

 

[Uruk-Hai]

From the pages of Captain Obvious - stay ahead of the foods that give you heartburn.

Man, that one hit me like a ton of bricks after I turned 50. Never had heartburn in my life until one bout of extra spicy thai red curry a fee months after i turned 50. Almost went to the ER thinking it was a heart attack!

It started as heartburn in my 50s. Then I started getting acid reflux. Took a lot of antacids, then started taking Pepcid AC. It worked for a while. Doctor finally prescribed me Omeprazole. One pill a day for the past six months and no more problems. With insurance the cost is $0, which is great.

For those that don't have the prescription version covered by insurance, you can also get an OTC version.

 

[FarFromHome]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

I've had three. Not bad at all. I actually watched the TV monitor of the procedure during the first one. Interesting ?

That’s some fetish you have.

When your watching the live feed of your own colonoscopy it's time to reevaluate choices in life. I'd assume it's a one time watch show? Or have you rewatched it a few times? Ha ha

 

[Gatorade]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

I've had three. Not bad at all. I actually watched the TV monitor of the procedure during the first one. Interesting ?

That’s some fetish you have.

When your watching the live feed of your own colonoscopy it's time to reevaluate choices in life. I'd assume it's a one time watch show? Or have you rewatched it a few times? Ha ha

I was out the other two times. Not sure why I was awake the first time. Did not get a DVD of it to watch later. Would have been a good show for the kids.

 

[FarFromHome]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

I've had three. Not bad at all. I actually watched the TV monitor of the procedure during the first one. Interesting ?

That’s some fetish you have.

When your watching the live feed of your own colonoscopy it's time to reevaluate choices in life. I'd assume it's a one time watch show? Or have you rewatched it a few times? Ha ha

I was out the other two times. Not sure why I was awake the first time. Did not get a DVD of it to watch later. Would have been a good show for the kids.

I don't think hour supposed to be awake for any of them. It's what happens when you use a 90% off coupon and the place is connected to a McDonalds. Ha ha

 

[Harry Frogfish]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

Any time I hear someone complaining about a colonoscopy you know they've been quite fortunate, health-wise. Like you said, it's a total breeze and it pales in comparison to sports injuries, especially major ones, and a slew of other ailments. An easy, elective procedure that is good for you and helps prevent cancer while you're zonked out?

But wait, omg, I missed a meal. Call Africa and tell them.

And it's not very frequent either. That's like complaining about getting your teeth cleaned. Love that too, btw.

 

[Leroy Hoard]

It's what happens when you use a 90% off coupon and the place is connected to a McDonalds.

"Things not to go cheap on for $400 Alex"

 

[Gatorade]

Colonoscopies result in the best nap you’ll ever have. Almost makes you want to do them frequently. Almost

I am not sure why people dread the colonoscopy itself. They put you for a nice nap. I have no recollection of anything happening. It was just a great nap. Now the day before wasn't great but it wasn't as bad as it was portrayed. I even did the gallon jug of stuff because the doctor said "it works better". 8 oz every 10 minutes. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. All in all the anticipation was much worse than the actual activity.

I've had three. Not bad at all. I actually watched the TV monitor of the procedure during the first one. Interesting ?

That’s some fetish you have.

When your watching the live feed of your own colonoscopy it's time to reevaluate choices in life. I'd assume it's a one time watch show? Or have you rewatched it a few times? Ha ha

I was out the other two times. Not sure why I was awake the first time. Did not get a DVD of it to watch later. Would have been a good show for the kids.

I don't think hour supposed to be awake for any of them. It's what happens when you use a 90% off coupon and the place is connected to a McDonalds. Ha ha

I was enjoying my Happy Meal

 

[Bob Sacamano]

I have put on an extra 15 lbs in the gut and that is bothersome.

May be time for an avatar pic update - you were always too skinny in that one anyway.

Ha! Yeah. This was never me, though the number of times people thought it was amused me.

I know GB - good to see you around

Agree with AAA. Good to see you IB! I think I remember looking you up and it said you hadn't been logged in here in a few years?

He was in the bathroom

 

[Chris B.]

I have a feeling 80% of FBG's fit into this category, but the over 50 crowd can appreciate this.

I am late to the party, but I just discovered slip on sneakers/tennis shoes).

Absolutely love my Sketcher slips ons. Only 54 but get annoyed when I have to tie my shoes now lol

I got a pair of sketchers last year also. I used to wear Vans slip ons. But there's way more support in the Sketchers.

 

[BeTheMatch]

Sketchers are awful for your feet

 

[FarFromHome]

This is gonna be controversial, but here goes. Grown men don't wear Skechers or Crocs. They are for children.

******Ducks behind car******

 

[zamboni]

This is gonna be controversial, but here goes. Grown men don't wear Skechers or Crocs. They are for children.

******Ducks behind car******

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

 

[Leroy Hoard]

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

It's one of the few perks of getting old.

 

[snellman]

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

It's one of the few perks of getting old.

And they match my Duluth trading stretchy jeans

 

[Harry Frogfish]

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

It's one of the few perks of getting old.

It really is. Had some funny conversations about it the last few years. Friends going through similar. You can see it more in some.

Bathrobe in public is a pinnacle one must reach. Not as some show, just whatever, with everything. I'm not at that level yet but on track.

 

[General Malaise]

We can't enjoy a beer now and again? That sucks.

No, just a glass of wine with dinner. It will help you sleep.

I sleep fine. Always have.

 

[General Malaise]

I try to get 10K steps in every day which means footwear is important. I switched over to New Balance a few years ago and swear by 'em. Yesterday was my son's college graduation and I wore nicer shoes for the day. Well.....we got 10K steps in going back and forth from one ceremony to another and man, I was pining for my New Balance sneakers by the end of the day. At the after party, another dad in our group who was staying for the weekend switched into flip flops and I just stared at them longingly while my feet barked. I hope that guy doesn't think I'm weird.

 

[B Maverick]

This is gonna be controversial, but here goes. Grown men don't wear Skechers or Crocs. They are for children.

******Ducks behind car******

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

Isn't that the GenX mantra?

 

[Ministry of Pain]

Get ready to become more friendly with bathrooms as out of nowhere you find yourself needing to pee.

I map out every rest area with a bathroom along the Interstates and Turnpikes here in FL before I go on a road trip

-Publix!
They are everywhere around Florida and usually the bathrooms are clean or you can just duck into the "Family Restroom" which is usually empty, always **** n span

 

[beer 30]

I try to get 10K steps in every day which means footwear is important. I switched over to New Balance a few years ago and swear by 'em. Yesterday was my son's college graduation and I wore nicer shoes for the day. Well.....we got 10K steps in going back and forth from one ceremony to another and man, I was pining for my New Balance sneakers by the end of the day. At the after party, another dad in our group who was staying for the weekend switched into flip flops and I just stared at them longingly while my feet barked. I hope that guy doesn't think I'm weird.

Dad Shoe Hall of Fame

 

[Pipes]

Sketchers are awful for your feet

Just curious as to why? I have 2 pair that seem to have a ton of cushioning and after super comfortable and they seem to have decent arch support especially compared to the Hey Dudes I wear. What are some good shoes (for your feet) to wear?

 

[General Malaise]

I try to get 10K steps in every day which means footwear is important. I switched over to New Balance a few years ago and swear by 'em. Yesterday was my son's college graduation and I wore nicer shoes for the day. Well.....we got 10K steps in going back and forth from one ceremony to another and man, I was pining for my New Balance sneakers by the end of the day. At the after party, another dad in our group who was staying for the weekend switched into flip flops and I just stared at them longingly while my feet barked. I hope that guy doesn't think I'm weird.

Dad Shoe Hall of Fame

THEY MAKE COOL ONES NOW!!!!11

 

[BeTheMatch]

Sketchers are awful for your feet

Just curious as to why? I have 2 pair that seem to have a ton of cushioning and after super comfortable and they seem to have decent arch support especially compared to the Hey Dudes I wear. What are some good shoes (for your feet) to wear?

Shoe guy I trust says 75% of the old guys coming in with plantar fascitis have been wearing Sketchers. He says they're terrible and don't have much arch support at all.

 

[BeTheMatch]

My feet were wrecked. I sprung for a pair of Pikolinos for work, and they've been fantastic.

 

[beer 30]

My feet were wrecked. I sprung for a pair of Pikolinos for work, and they've been fantastic.

From a very short stint of a mid-life crisis running jones I had for a few years, I learned very early on, don't skimp on your shoes. You will absolutely wreck your feet. Since then I haven't gone cheap on footwear. Makes a huge difference, especially if you're on your feet a lot.

 

[Pipes]

Speaking of feet I recently noticed the joint on the side of my right big toe was larger than my left so I googled and had no idea that what a bunion was. Nothing crazy yet but got one of those brace/strap things to try to get it back in alignment or at the very least keep it from getting too bad. Getting old sucks...

 

[zamboni]

This is gonna be controversial, but here goes. Grown men don't wear Skechers or Crocs. They are for children.

******Ducks behind car******

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

Isn't that the GenX mantra?

I learned it by watching you.

 

[B Maverick]

This is gonna be controversial, but here goes. Grown men don't wear Skechers or Crocs. They are for children.

******Ducks behind car******

Grown men over 50 tend to not give a **** what others think.

Isn't that the GenX mantra?

I learned it by watching you.

That's been bouncing around social media a lot lately. I've often quoted it as well.

That line, along with "And knowing is half the battle" are two of the greats.

 

[Wingnut]

I'm 55 and have never worn or owned a pair of New Balance, Skechers, or Crocs.

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

 

[FarFromHome]

I'm 55 and have never worn or owned a pair of New Balance, Skechers, or Crocs.

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

This is the answer. Add in Olukai and those 3 brands of shoes have been locked in for decades. Its not about caring about what others think. It's about paying for comfort. Self respect. Ha ha

 

[zamboni]

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

Obligatory power move with checkerboard Vans.

 

[General Malaise]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

 

[Hastur]

I walk a lot for work. I use the slip in sketchers for home. For work, I swear by the brand 'On Cloud". Most comfortable shoe/sneaker I've ever had.

 

[Terminalxylem]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

Didn’t realize that mattered. What are fat guy shoes?

 

[FarFromHome]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

Didn’t realize that mattered. What are fat guy shoes?

Crocs

 

[dickey moe]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

Didn’t realize that mattered. What are fat guy shoes?

Bare feet.

 

[In The Zone]

If possible, Make sure to stay extra hydrated before sex. Cramps are a bish.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I'm 55 and have never worn or owned a pair of New Balance, Skechers, or Crocs.

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

You must have pretty thin feet
My feet are not particularly wide but they are as flat as a rabbit's foot and I have to be very careful with shoes and now that I'm over 50 I use an insert in my shoes to help
I prefer Asics but I am just getting over a pretty wretched ankle injury and I do partly blame the shoes so i might start looking at other options, "tennis"
I also buy Asics Kayano and pretty much swear by them...never pay full price, Asics blows out the models sometime in the fall when they are going to get the new editions released

 

[zamboni]

I'm 55 and have never worn or owned a pair of New Balance, Skechers, or Crocs.

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

You must have pretty thin feet
My feet are not particularly wide but they are as flat as a rabbit's foot and I have to be very careful with shoes and now that I'm over 50 I use an insert in my shoes to help
I prefer Asics but I am just getting over a pretty wretched ankle injury and I do partly blame the shoes so i might start looking at other options, "tennis"
I also buy Asics Kayano and pretty much swear by them...never pay full price, Asics blows out the models sometime in the fall when they are going to get the new editions released

I’ve really learned to embrace Hokas - they’re ugly as sin, but see my earlier post about not caring what others think.

 

[bcat01]

I'm 55 and have never worn or owned a pair of New Balance, Skechers, or Crocs.

Pretty much only Nike and Vans for over half a century. If it ain't broke....

You must have pretty thin feet
My feet are not particularly wide but they are as flat as a rabbit's foot and I have to be very careful with shoes and now that I'm over 50 I use an insert in my shoes to help
I prefer Asics but I am just getting over a pretty wretched ankle injury and I do partly blame the shoes so i might start looking at other options, "tennis"
I also buy Asics Kayano and pretty much swear by them...never pay full price, Asics blows out the models sometime in the fall when they are going to get the new editions released

I’ve really learned to embrace Hokas - they’re ugly as sin, but see my earlier post about not caring what others think.

Everyone is wearing Hokas. I see all ages wearing them.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I have a feeling 80% of FBG's fit into this category, but the over 50 crowd can appreciate this.

I am late to the party, but I just discovered slip on sneakers/tennis shoes).

You came up with a great thread idea, I always appreciate threads these days that bring us together to share and trade notes with each other
Thanks Bud

 

[Ron Swanson]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

Didn’t realize that mattered. What are fat guy shoes?

New Balance. Have you not been paying attention?

 

[Yo Mama]

If possible, Make sure to stay extra hydrated before sex. Cramps are a bish.

My understanding is cramps mean no sex.

 

[Hastur]

If possible, Make sure to stay extra hydrated before sex. Cramps are a bish.

My understanding is cramps mean no sex.

The Cramps having the time of their lives!

 

[Terminalxylem]

I was a Nike guy.

Until I got fat.

Didn’t realize that mattered. What are fat guy shoes?

New Balance. Have you not been paying attention?

That’s old, not necessarily fat.

Now that it’s been pointed out, Crocs is one acceptable answer.

 

[In The Zone]

If possible, Make sure to stay extra hydrated before sex. Cramps are a bish.

My understanding is cramps mean Standing up usually works for me.

 

[Payne]

I try to get 10K steps in every day which means footwear is important. I switched over to New Balance a few years ago and swear by 'em. Yesterday was my son's college graduation and I wore nicer shoes for the day. Well.....we got 10K steps in going back and forth from one ceremony to another and man, I was pining for my New Balance sneakers by the end of the day. At the after party, another dad in our group who was staying for the weekend switched into flip flops and I just stared at them longingly while my feet barked. I hope that guy doesn't think I'm weird.

I am 51 and won't even consider New Balance shoes even though I've read good things.

Was always a Nike guy. Tried On's and the laces never stayed tight and I felt they were above average.
Just bought Hoka's and they are far more comfortable. If anything, they may be a tad too cushioned.
Rotate that with my Ecco work shoes, Ecco sandals and two pair of Hey Dudes. Nikes are now my lawn mowing shoes.

 

[Ron Swanson]

Reef flip flops, specifically the Mick Fanning model that has some cushioning and a bit of arch support.

If you need a more formal flip flop, Olukai makes some nice all leather models but they take some breaking in.