"In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present." Tao te Ching, Lao-tzu, translation by S. Mitchell. FitOldDog is one lucky guy, who sure learned a lot about healthy aging in the last few years (with lots of help from lots of people). It's ... Read more
For More Information Go To FitOldDog.Com "There was a young man from Devizes, who had balls of two different sizes. One was so small, it was no ball at all, but the other had won several prizes." James Herriot, All Things Bright And Beautiful. (If you're having trouble in the sex department, humor is great medicine). "Plato's Republic, Book One: Cephalus speaking. 'How well I remember the aged poet ... Read more
I used to travel on business a lot, but I always kept up with my Ironman training, by using two critical tools, discipline and planning. I integrated exercise with my travel and business, plans. Tips On Exercise While Traveling Based on FitOldDog's triathlon training and lots of business flights Make a plan, and negotiate it with your business colleagues, explaining its importance to your health, and ask ... Read more
Design, intelligent or otherwise, creates us and our lives, and what is more intelligent than relentless 'survival of the fittest,' or life-style editing, while being content to be where you are - the classic paradox? The best writing is a product of relentless editing, before or after the ink goes on the paper. The best exercise is the product of careful planning, goal setting, and overall, growing body ... Read more
An athlete needs to be physically, emotionally and ethically healthy (and fiscally, for that matter), to which end I suggest that Toxicologists, and other scientists working in the field of Toxicology (The Science of Poisons), would make the most effective animal advocates during chemical safety testing. It's ironic that, as a veterinarian, I entered the field of Toxicology, because of a love of the French ... Read more
We are lucky to live on this lovely planet, and learning to share the planet is a key part of enjoying our good luck! I came into my vegetable garden a few days ago, and saw something rush away, out of the corner of my eye. I looked around, and there he was, amongst the beans, keeping as quiet as a mouse. I found my iPhone (camera), tiptoed around, and finally managed a couple of photos before the ... Read more
There is more to a successful business or running race than going fast or making a fast buck. It's really about going at your own pace, having fun, working hard, and meeting great people, like Gloria, along the way. And remember, just don't give up! I must admit that I really admire my eldest son, Nick, for his grit, determination, and discipline, with it comes to his business, Shirts That Go, and his interests, ... Read more
Is Becoming A Vegan A Good Choice For My Health, Animal Rights, And The Planet? As I consider becoming a vegan, my thoughts on animal rights are running deeper. Humans unwittingly create traps for wildlife. We could save the animals from a painful death, through education, awareness, and most importantly, caring. Whilst digging through the local community mulch pile, I came across one of my pet peeves, ... Read more
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