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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think people sometimes talk themselves into accepting poor health by assuming that it's all a result of "getting old." That's certainly what I assumed happen to elderly people when I was young. But I've been working out for most of my life and I feel fantastic at the age of 60. I'm not trying to stay young; I just feel really really good. I'm so glad I continued to work out through all those years of kids, career, and other pressures, because I think that is what made the difference.

It's your life, OP. And as I get older and face the fact that I have fewer years left to live, I am more concerned than ever about choosing my path wisely. Go for it. [/quote]
As a 39 year old who exercises daily (and has for decades), this is so great to hear.  I prioritize exercise even with two small kids, another on the way, a full time job, etc., and am hoping it will pay off just as it has for you.  Keep it up!
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I am not 58 yet.  But, a few years away.  At 39, I was in great shape.  I was running marathons; I could play basketball for an hour straight; was biking 100 miles at a stretch.  I also knew I had bad genes.

Now, in my mid 50's, I have had cancer -- three years ago, I was given a 20% chance of making it to today;  I have 4 stents and a pacemaker.  I do not feel well most days...

But, psychologically, I am actually healthier than I have ever been.  I spent most of my life waiting for the heart attack -- it is my family history.  The cancer came as a surprise...
Now, it has come and gone.  Each day is a day that I should not have.[/quote]Pp, you are an inspiration to us all! 60-year-old pp here - I've been rowing with a club for about five years and really feeling great but I try to remember that at any time things could "go south," whether through cancer like you've got or getting hit by a car.  It's important to be psychologically grounded regardless of what you're able to do.  And I want to enjoy each good day because you never know when it's going to end.  If I'm lucky, I'll stay healthy up till I keel over and die but no one gets to choose the future like that.  If I get cancer, I want to know that I have lived a good life and enjoyed it as much as possible and to treat each day as a gift.  Thanks for sharing your insight with us.[/quote]

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