There is no doubt about it, exercise is one key to an enjoyable old age. Furthermore, regular exercise, even walking, will help you to overcome health challenges later in life, such as my abdominal aortic aneurysm. Boy, was that a trip. If I wasn't in shape, and my aorta strong, maybe the stent insertion would have been less successful. And my Ironman training a thing of the past. In spite of aortic surgery ... Read more
WHY I LOVE LIVING IN THE USA. Freedom of religion, which in my case is freedom from religion. Separation of church and state. No kings or queens, with an aristocracy-based glass ceiling. Thought and entrepreneurship are encouraged, in spite of the current stranglehold of big business. The generosity of these great people to immigrants, such as myself. The Americans, who enhanced my immigration ... Read more
It's been a two-year journey, but now I think I'll be able to get back in shape - yes, dry needling finally got me running again. It went like this: Qualified for World's Half Ironman Championships, 2013, Raleigh NC with a great run. Went to World's in Las Vegas, August 2013, had bike wreck, ended up in my second aortic surgery, but little did I know, my pelvis was subluxated. Horrible season in 2014, ... Read more
King James Version Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger." [Except my babe, see below, is in his early 40s] I recently visited Hawaii, to watch my youngest son, Nigel, in the Ironman (his eighth). During the trip, Nigel said, "Dad, I don't think you're suffering enough pain on the bike. Why don't you ... Read more
With some minor life-style changes, you can save the animals. I used to wonder about what vegans eat! Now I know! Tasty food. No! Not salads all the time! There are hundreds of choices with a plant-based diet. I've always been interested in nature, of which I am but a small speck on our lovely planet. I also found myself drawn to animals, especially cats, dogs and pigs. Pigs? I especially liked pigs. As a ... Read more
As you age, it becomes increasingly important to open your mind to change, and to follow your dreams. My goals include qualifying for the Hawaii Ironman and finding ways to save the animals. Here is the trajectory of my recent life events, and the people involved: (1) asked to consult on reducing animal testing, by Warren, (2) couldn't do this work, while eating animals, and went vegetarian, (3) watched Cowspiracy ... Read more
"Heed no hoary willow! Fear neither root nor bough! Tom goes on before you. Hey now! merry dol! We'll be waiting for you!" Tom Bombadil, Lord of the Rings. Have you ever had the feeling that someone, or some idea in your head, was holding you back? They probably are, so it's time to move on - easy for people, harder for hard-wired ideas in your head, especially fear, though you can fix that ... Read more
If you survive an aortic dissection, or another, less stressful form of aortic disease, such as in my case, an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), you'll need support from people who understand. Here are some people who understand - The Aortic Warriors Organization. I can often forget that I have an aortic aneurysm, due to the life-saving, and constant activity of Rupert, my magical Cook Zenith Abdominal Aortic ... Read more
Healthy food for a healthy body and a happy planet.
The secret is to be a Jack of All Trades, but master of one. One that will earn you a living if the grants don't come in.
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