i'm sorry to hear about your injury. that's no fun! unfortunately there's no straight answer to your question. lifting weights has to do with fitness level not age. i know 55 year old women who can bench press over 100 pounds and i know 30 year old women who can barely lift a 5 pound dumbbell. if the ability to lift up to 50 pounds is a requirement of your job i suggest you ask your doctor about physical therapy to help increase your upper body strength without injuring your back. or after you've been cleared by a doctor to return to normal duty you could consider increasing your fitness level by working out on your own. be sure to start slowly and gradually build up your strength and endurance. webmd has a great exercise workout and fitness center that can help you get started. just remember: always get your doctor's permission before starting any exercise program! hope this helps!
what would be average weight for a 55yearold woman to lift. i work at a job that requires up to 50lbs. lifting at one time. i am on lite duty due to injury. is 50lbs. for my age ever going to happen. we due this numerous times a day