# What's considered "old" to train?

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**Created:** [October 3, 2021, 4:02pm UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/whats-considered-old-to-train/12201 "2021-10-03T16:02:55Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 4, 2021, 1:50am UTC](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/whats-considered-old-to-train/12201/12 "2021-10-04T01:50:49Z")

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> [@Chris254](#):
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> I have noticed that I need more recovery than I did 10 years ago.

Agreed on the need for more recovery as you get older. I first noticed it at about 40, and then another step change at around 50. I’m sure they’re not actually step changes, but that’s how my mind perceives them. I’m much better at prioritizing sleep now. You could check out the info in this thread: [From The Coaches: The Importance of Recovery & Rest](https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/from-the-coaches-the-importance-of-recovery-rest/1012)

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