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RE: Oldmanoblems

in Reflections13 days ago

Dude! This is a great post. Us men have to get way better at talking about our issues, especially our health issues. So many older guys have died or become disabled because of totally preventable issues that they ignored or were too shy or scared to see a doctor about. It's a massive problem.

This video of Ryan Reynolds and Rob getting colonoscopies is perfect for exactly that reason, just destigmatizes the whole thing.

I've been doing cardio kickboxing in the mornings and while I'm currently fitter than the younger guys, I'm getting bogged down by tendonitis issues that no one else seems to have to worry about... so that's fun.

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Thanks mate. Like you say, we don't open up too much and even what I've said here, I'd not tell many in my real life. Don't know why.

I'm no Ryan Reynolds, but I hoped this post would help someone speak up to someone or just be more aware of what's going on in their lives and be more diligent. You said it well, preventable issues can only be prevented if acknowledged and confronted.

Kickboxing is cool, a whole body thing. Tendonitis...not so cool. Just one of those things we have to face as we age and I don't think any are immune to such issues completely.

Thanks for commenting, much appreciated.