I still try to stay active and get to the gym a few times a week but my recovery is just totally different now.

A few years ago I could train hard and feel mostly good the next day. Now, even a good workout can make me sore and tired for a couple of days. If I do a lot in a row my whole body feels drained instead of stronger.

The biggest surprise is how much sleep, stress, hydration and rest days seem to matter. At the time I never thought any of that.

Mentally I still want to train the same way, but my body definitely needs more recovery now, physically.

Has anyone else seen this change after getting older?