hey mike M ,,have you seen bruce jenner latly? he doesnt look the same at all..age and hard work does wear on the soul and body of those who actually have done it...
He doesn't look the same because he had extensive plastic surgery. Face lift, etc. Personally I think it would be cheaper to get your body lowered.
To answer Rob's query, I guess I've been lucky to have been in good physical condition since high school. Qualifying for Special Forces and the training was very difficult. Had I not been in shape I never would have made it. 85-90% don't qualify. Granted much of it is mentally demanding, which in part affects physical ability, but still, being in shape matters.
I will say that doing this kind of work 6 sometimes 7 days a week plays havoc on your body. When I started there wasn't much available for dust or toxic protection other than shop vacs to a tool, and respirators (if even worn). So, over the years, my exposure could have been better controlled.
As a result of my irresponsible attention to self protection, I have breathing problems, nerve damage and tendonitis in both hands, and some hearing loss. I've had surgery to both hands for CTS, but unfortunately it was about 10 years too late.
So, I don't ponder over any limitations. I've had to adjust my lifestyle, but still keep a young frame of mind. As for the physical aspect, I'll go on until I drop. Besides...there might be a cabinet shop in Heaven.
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