Life actually begins at 52 these days

A new survey has revealed that satisfaction with life hits its zenith at 52 and people are more youthful, fit and ready for anything.

According to the research by social network Silversurfers.com, the benefits of experience mean 58 per cent feel better able to cope with a variety of situations, the Daily Express reported.

36 per cent of respondents said that they feel more confident, 45 per cent cease to care what others think, while 51 per cent only bother doing the things they like.

The survey found that over-50s have reached a point where they feel more confident about themselves and indeed almost a quarter feel 14 years younger than their age.