Vannakkam: I was around track for a long time. An acquaintance who looks nothing at all like a runner has done the Boston marathon some 7 times. The physical body often doesn't show it's wear and tear. We make false assumptions based on appearance. An old boss of mine donated $500 bucks to charity once because of this.

My cousin was a regular at the Boss's bar. Cousin had a penchant for beer, but besides his belly showing for it, the rest of him was in pretty decent shape. So Boss sponsored him in a skate-a-thon fundraiser at a local ice rink, thinking, "This fat lug won't go 10 laps in an hour." so he pledged a buck a lap. Cousin Fred skated 500 laps.

I find it difficult to believe that at 100 this guy can do it. My knees are shot now, at 58. Fortunately I can still walk, and still prostrate at the temple. But some are blessed with bodies that remain fit for very long times. I've read that the body is meant to last until its 120. Following dharma properly might get you that.

Aum Namasivaya