Physical performance and a lean, powerful body does not require youth even a fraction
as much as it requires physical exercise, a strong frame of mind, and a "go get it"
attitude. Youth, as far as great health and strength is concerned, is HIGHLY overrated
in our culture!
Age, like time, money, family, work and entertainment becomes just another excuse to
live in our own personal mire of pity, depression, apathy and defeat. As far as I'm
concerned there are far more "young" and weak than there are old and strong.
Note: There is a direct co-relation between lifting intensity and strength gains just as there is a co-relation between taking "action" and personal/financial success.