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The Gym/Fitness/Health thread

Robbo said:
Working out is definitely key to mental well being, IMO. I don't particularly fancy going to the gym, but it's tolerable because it enables me to run more and better, and I do love the feeling afterwards - it's like both my posture and my mind straightens up.

I find both swimming and cycling boring - I have a friend who tries to talk me into trail cycling, but I'm too cowardly for that, lol. Have been trying to get into kayaking, and hope to be able to kayak a bit more come summer (just bought a second hand kayak).

As for the knee replacement; they basically replace the entire joint. It's quite a big operation, and recovery can be hard and long, so avoiding it is preferable. And as far as I've been able to research, it's a bit hit and miss whether you'll be able to run with it - it can also shorten the life span of the prosthetic, and you want to avoid a second replacement in old age.

The way I think about it now is that life is short, and that you never know what will happen - so I run as much as I can when I can, and try to be proactive with strength training. Hopefully it will keep working dine for another ten years or so, and maybe there will also be technological or medical advancements that will work to my advantage.
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I think that's a healthy way to look at it! Staying fit is so vital when getting older. My dad has always been working out in every possible way, he's 73 now, is still a speedy cycler and goes skiing for miles in the winter. He seriously looks and moves 15-20 years younger than a lot of his compatriots. So a good decision, I say!

Kayaking is awesome! Especially in a fjord. Seriously good workout for your arms as well obviously. Highly recommend it! I want to join a club and do it more often.

The gym is boring, but it's the only thing that really keeps the devil from the door, so I'm actually quite happy to do it. Got a couple of funny guys from work I do it with as well, so that helps. Laughing and working out - a fantastic combo. :)
 
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