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Ishita Roy

Do You Sit Down To Put Your Socks On? Study Says This Could Mean You Are Getting Old

Are you still sitting down to put your sock on? A new study says that it may be an indicator that you are <span>getting old</span>. A research commissioned by American Pistachio Growers, partnered with British actor and comedian John Thomson, teamed up with nutritionist Rob Hobson to embrace <span>aging</span> positively. The research looked at common day-to-day signs of aging and found that 39 per cent of those surveyed (out of total 5,000 people over 40s) wanted a quiet drink over a night and they cared less about fashion. The research revealed that this could be an indicator that "you are creeping into the old category". 

About one in three respondents (33 per cent) said they first felt they were no longer young when they caught themselves groaning while bending down.

Other telltale signs included discussing aches and pains with friends (30 per cent), preferring a quiet pub over a noisy bar (27 per cent) and naturally waking up at 6 am (12 per cent).

The survey also found people typically start feeling “not young” around 50, although 38 per cent believe old age now begins in the 80s rather than the 50s or 60s.

At the same time, 36 per cent said they have adopted habits to stay youthful, such as taking vitamins or supplements, choosing healthier snacks (19 per cent) and increasing protein intake (17 per cent).

"Getting older is inevitable, but you can still live life to the full. It is about embracing experience, having a laugh about the realities of aging and making small changes that actually make a difference. You don't need to overhaul your life, just make some healthy tweaks to your daily routine," said John. 

Interestingly, only 36 per cent of people in the survey actually said they feel old. In fact, 27 per cent reported feeling more comfortable in their own skin now than when they were younger, and 18 per cent of those over 30 said they are more satisfied with life than they were in their thirties.

Lifestyle choices also seem to shift with age. Around 39 per cent now prioritize comfort over fashion, 34 per cent enjoy going for walks and 19 per cent have taken up gardening or DIY projects. Healthy eating becomes more intentional too, with 60 per cent of men and 61 per cent of women saying they are more health conscious than before.

Their motivations are practical: avoiding illness (59 per cent), staying active (58 per cent) and maintaining independence as they age (47 per cent).

TV nutritionist Rob Hobson, who partnered with American Pistachio Growers to promote the nut as an easy addition to a healthy routine, said <span>ageing</span> is less about decline and more about awareness. “Getting older isn’t about slowing down, it’s about making smarter choices,” he said. “Simple habits like eating nutrient-rich snacks, staying active and prioritizing sleep can help you feel youthful for longer. Age is just a number, but how you fuel your body makes all the difference.”

Suzanne Devereaux-McKinstrie, spokesperson for the non-profit organization, echoed the sentiment, saying later years can be empowering. “Getting older isn’t just about limitations, it’s about opportunities. It’s the perfect time to explore new hobbies, prioritise wellbeing and celebrate the confidence that comes with experience,” she said, adding that diet plays a key role in staying strong and active.

Top 25 Signs That Reveals You Are Getting Older

<table class="redcator-table-advance"><tbody><tr><td>1</td><td>Talking about aches and pains with friends</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Groaning when bending down</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Preferring quiet venues to noisy ones</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Preferring a quiet drink over a night out</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Enjoying an early night</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Not caring about the latest fashion trends</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Thinking that new music isn’t as good as it used to be</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>A recurring ache that doesn’t disappear</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Using phrases like ‘back in my day’ or ‘remember when….?’</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td>Sitting down to put socks on</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td>Caring less about how you look</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td>Taking shoes off as soon as you get inside – slippers have become a necessity!</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td>Noticing something you wore in your youth is now back in fashion</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td>Starting conversations with ‘Do you remember when…?’</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td>Reading menus at arm’s length</td></tr><tr><td>16</td><td>Talking to yourself</td></tr><tr><td>17</td><td>Moaning about politics</td></tr><tr><td>18</td><td>Feeling more confident/self-assured</td></tr><tr><td>19</td><td>Getting up at 6am naturally</td></tr><tr><td>20</td><td>First “Who?” when watching the Brit Awards</td></tr><tr><td>21</td><td>Looking forward to gardening</td></tr><tr><td>22</td><td>Feeling confounded by AI</td></tr><tr><td>23</td><td>Listening to the radio or podcasts instead of club music</td></tr><tr><td>24</td><td>Getting excited about new home appliances</td></tr><tr><td>25</td><td>Checking the weather forecast hourly</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Are you still sitting down to put your sock on? A new study says that it may be an indicator that you are getting old. A research commissioned by American Pistachio Growers, partnered with British actor and comedian John Thomson, teamed up with nutritionist Rob Hobson to embrace aging positively. The research looked at common day-to-day signs of aging and found that 39 per cent of those surveyed (out of total 5,000 people over 40s) wanted a quiet drink over a night and they cared less about fashion. The research revealed that this could be an indicator that "you are creeping into the old category". What Did The Study Find?About one in three respondents (33 per cent) said they first felt they were no longer young when they caught themselves groaning while bending down.Other telltale signs included discussing aches and pains with friends (30 per cent), preferring a quiet pub over a noisy bar (27 per cent) and naturally waking up at 6 am (12 per cent).The survey also found people typically start feeling “not young” around 50, although 38 per cent believe old age now begins in the 80s rather than the 50s or 60s.At the same time, 36 per cent said they have adopted habits to stay youthful, such as taking vitamins or supplements, choosing healthier snacks (19 per cent) and increasing protein intake (17 per cent)."Getting older is inevitable, but you can still live life to the full. It is about embracing experience, having a laugh about the realities of aging and making small changes that actually make a difference. You don't need to overhaul your life, just make some healthy tweaks to your daily routine," said John. Do You Feel Old?Interestingly, only 36 per cent of people in the survey actually said they feel old. In fact, 27 per cent reported feeling more comfortable in their own skin now than when they were younger, and 18 per cent of those over 30 said they are more satisfied with life than they were in their thirties.Lifestyle choices also seem to shift with age. Around 39 per cent now prioritize comfort over fashion, 34 per cent enjoy going for walks and 19 per cent have taken up gardening or DIY projects. Healthy eating becomes more intentional too, with 60 per cent of men and 61 per cent of women saying they are more health conscious than before.Their motivations are practical: avoiding illness (59 per cent), staying active (58 per cent) and maintaining independence as they age (47 per cent).TV nutritionist Rob Hobson, who partnered with American Pistachio Growers to promote the nut as an easy addition to a healthy routine, said ageing is less about decline and more about awareness. “Getting older isn’t about slowing down, it’s about making smarter choices,” he said. “Simple habits like eating nutrient-rich snacks, staying active and prioritizing sleep can help you feel youthful for longer. Age is just a number, but how you fuel your body makes all the difference.”Suzanne Devereaux-McKinstrie, spokesperson for the non-profit organization, echoed the sentiment, saying later years can be empowering. “Getting older isn’t just about limitations, it’s about opportunities. It’s the perfect time to explore new hobbies, prioritise wellbeing and celebrate the confidence that comes with experience,” she said, adding that diet plays a key role in staying strong and active.Top 25 Signs That Reveals You Are Getting Older1Talking about aches and pains with friends2Groaning when bending down3Preferring quiet venues to noisy ones4Preferring a quiet drink over a night out5Enjoying an early night6Not caring about the latest fashion trends7Thinking that new music isn’t as good as it used to be8A recurring ache that doesn’t disappear9Using phrases like ‘back in my day’ or ‘remember when….?’10Sitting down to put socks on11Caring less about how you look12Taking shoes off as soon as you get inside – slippers have become a necessity!13Noticing something you wore in your youth is now back in fashion14Starting conversations with ‘Do you remember when…?’15Reading menus at arm’s length16Talking to yourself17Moaning about politics18Feeling more confident/self-assured19Getting up at 6am naturally20First “Who?” when watching the Brit Awards21Looking forward to gardening22Feeling confounded by AI23Listening to the radio or podcasts instead of club music24Getting excited about new home appliances25Checking the weather forecast hourly