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I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by blacksam01(op): 2:10pm On Aug 28, 2025

Due to the facts it's my huzling period, and every one naira matters alot..I am in mid 30's

I am frugal with my resources and it makes me trek alot.. infact I cover 2km in trekking daily...

Not typically going on long journeys, but my combined daily short short trek is about 2k..

Should I be worried for my old age..?

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by ClassicEvilSpir: 2:37pm On Aug 28, 2025

No. Trekking is part of exercising. Your bones will be stronger as an old man, compared to other old men who were sedentary in their earlier years.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by xareal(m): 2:43pm On Aug 28, 2025

Walking at least 10k steps daily was one of the things I did to loose weight, besides weight loss walking has lots of benefits, so no, you're good

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Bahamas95(m): 3:06pm On Aug 28, 2025

On the contrary you're preparing yourself for a healthy old age, trekking is a form of exercise.

As for me I don't trek much, if I don't drive I ride my bicycle...... Cycling is my major exercise, I usually do that on saturdays.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by richiemcgold: 4:08pm On Aug 28, 2025

If you trek well and eat well, you'll surely look far younger than your age. Not like trekking everyday in a scorching sun o.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by laivwire(m): 4:16pm On Aug 28, 2025

Many people who drive set time aside to walk so it's good but it also has its side effects.

Walking long distances perpetually can make your knees give way at some point because by walking, you are running two bones against each other constantly. Moderation is key.

2. The harsh tropical Nigerian Sun is not something to fiddle with. If you continue walking long distances under the hot sun, you may soon suffer from dehydration, lack of fat or energy reserves, sunburns. We've not factored in sweaty clothes, body odor, loss of confidence in arriving flustered to work or having your colleagues drive past en route or you depart last at the work gate because you're trekking.

Without good shoes, your shoe soles will deteriorate, your feet soles will blister and your calf muscles will cramp. Let's not forget that you would arrive your destination exhausted and hungry, and lose valuable time in transit.

In summary, gauge yourself. Sometimes that transport fare is worth it.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Nobody: 4:36pm On Aug 28, 2025

Walking everyday , in moderation (30 /40 minutes duration everyday ) is good for the health.
Usually done early in the morning or late in the evening when the midday sun is not overhead and scorching.
On the other hand ,trekking everyday at a very long distance ,worst if it is under the sun ,is not .
That is suffering pro max.
It is either you make provision for transportation fare for your work or quit that job and get a workplace close to where you live.
Your health is paramount.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by donleo92(m): 4:45pm On Aug 28, 2025

Worry not, you are okay

It's part of exercising.

There are some persons that wish to be like you, but am not one of them.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by givedemwotowoto: 4:46pm On Aug 28, 2025

Many people will envy you because compared to the average person who doesn’t exercise daily, you're living a much healthier life for yourself

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by alphaconde(m): 4:46pm On Aug 28, 2025

This will make u healthier in your old age.

But once u blow now everything don cancel

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Sandralight(f): 4:46pm On Aug 28, 2025

No it's even good, makes you very fit and healthy and you will live longer.
A lot of people die early nowadays because of unhealthy life style when they were younger

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by muyico(m): 4:46pm On Aug 28, 2025

Too must of it is deficience, 2000 steps is enough for a day!

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Zanzibar1: 4:47pm On Aug 28, 2025

If its just trekking and Ko extra stress involved, that's great

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Nnaemiemax: 4:47pm On Aug 28, 2025

Moderation is key. Excessive walking, especially in our climate, can seriously strain your vitality. Consider getting either a bicycle or bike, and alternate between walking and cycling when necessary.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by jiz: 4:47pm On Aug 28, 2025

Trekkers are liable to stronger bones in their old age. But there should be moderation.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Gotocourt: 4:48pm On Aug 28, 2025

Very good for your body, eat well and stay hydrated 👌

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by motymop: 4:48pm On Aug 28, 2025

lets be realistic, are you rich from all these stress in your life grin

it is in your old age, you will start seeing consequences, you are going to suffer from bad kneel and arthritis

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by belikewater: 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

At all bro, you should even be bothered if you are walking less, if you keep it up as a habit, hopefully as a hobby and not out of necessity as you age, it would guarantee you are more mobile and in better health than your age mates.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by mecuries(m): 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

2000 steps?... Adults need to walk for at least 10,000 steps a day (according to science)

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by phr0nesis(m): 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

Every evening, I walk without direction, in the hope of making 10,000 daily steps, while yours even has a destination. Continue walking bros

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by PepeXKermit: 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

you healthy die! You no know wetin u dey do for yourself until you reach old age bro. Keep it up..

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Ameboperoo(m): 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

2 km is small now. I use to trek 8km some days. 2 km is my minimum and 4km is like average to me and I'm very fit if you see me
I do this because my job requires 8 hours of sitting in a day.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by PAWG(m): 4:49pm On Aug 28, 2025

That money you’re trying to save, you’ll eventually spend it on shoes. You’re ruining your shoes. Been there

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by UrgentNeedTv: 4:50pm On Aug 28, 2025

Trekking under a hot and sunny weather to cover 10km is never considered a healthy thing to do every day my brother, poverty dy kill ooo make no body wine you 😂

Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by mariovito(m): 4:51pm On Aug 28, 2025

You are actually doing the best and right thing for your old age

Just make sure you eat enough proteins and fibre

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by JuanDeDios: 4:53pm On Aug 28, 2025

Yes. You're causing serious problems for yourself. In fact, you're setting up yourself for future health problems. But that's if you don't eat well and take care of yourself. If you do, you're good.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by BraniacX(m): 4:54pm On Aug 28, 2025

this explains a lot about my physique currently

Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Antoeni(m): 4:56pm On Aug 28, 2025

Guy Just Try And Make 4 Kilometers Your Daily Target

Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Hisroyalbadmeat(m): 4:57pm On Aug 28, 2025

You are on course, keep trekking, like Johnny Walker, keep it up,it improves your health and saves some cash in your pocket,Wata Bam Bam

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Ikaeniyan0: 4:57pm On Aug 28, 2025

Trekking is an exercise, there's nothing wrong with it. You're fine

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by damosky12(m): 4:58pm On Aug 28, 2025

Our ancestors lived long and strong because of a active life. They trekked long distances, carried things, even into their older ages.

If you'd have any problem at all in your older ages, trekking isn't one that'll affect you negatively. It's a positive contribution for you.

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Re: I Trek Alot, Should I Be Worried For My Old Age Periods..? by Bonapart(m): 4:59pm On Aug 28, 2025

2km is trekking?? Na wao. I used to cover 7km a day let alone a week

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