Category Archives: Safety

Athletes Need Effective Sunscreen And A Good Dermatologist

Hi folks, I’m off to my dermatologist again tomorrow. Being fair-skinned and frequently sunburned as a kid, potential cancers pop up all the time, usually in the form of solar keratosis. These are rough patches, sometimes scaly, and tend to … Continue reading →

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Book “Your Medical Mind” By Groopman And Hartzband Is Highly Recommended By FitOldDog

If you want to be better able to choose the right doctor, improve the way that you work with the ones you select through an increased awareness of the hidden psychological issues, and to optimize your chances of a good outcome for your personal health, I strongly recommend that you read this book. Continue reading →

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Soreness After A Workout Provides Valuable Information

Hi folks, Yesterday I started on Victor’s squat diet. Having an abdominal aortic aneurysm with a stent graft, I took a cautious approach, only carrying my squat down to the point where my knees made a 90-degree angle. I was … Continue reading →

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Three Cycling Tips That Might Just Save Your Life On The Bike One Day

Hi folks, Cycling on the roads is dangerous, as is Mountain Biking. Almost everything worth doing is dangerous, so don’t stop, just adjust your approach for a (hopefully) long and (definitely) happy life. Even the most experienced cyclists have crashes, … Continue reading →

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