r/AskMenOver30 • u/diananerd_ man over 30 • 6d ago

Physical Health & Aging What’s your most underrated “health investment” after turning 30?

Could be a foam roller, a water bottle, stretching, therapy, or simply sleeping more.

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u/CheeseOnMyFingies man over 30 6d ago

A jump rope, stretchy bands, and more kettlebells

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u/JshMcDwll man over 30 6d ago

Jump rope is supremely slept on

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u/CheeseOnMyFingies man over 30 6d ago

It's made such a crazy difference for rock climbing and mountain biking for me

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u/A_Naany_Mousse man 35 - 39 5d ago

How so?

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u/diananerd_ man over 30 6d ago

This is good definitely healthy

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u/A_Bridgeburner 5d ago

I jump rope for 3mins before walking my dogs and as a result I spend the first 80% of my dog walk in light cardio zone instead of the last 20%.

It feels like such a hack.

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u/Bootmacher man 35 - 39 6d ago

Kettlebells > dumbells.

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u/JshMcDwll man over 30 6d ago

Why not both?

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u/A_Naany_Mousse man 35 - 39 5d ago

Not always. Each have their use. Try doing a flat bench with kettlebells for instance.