8MM Mauser
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RBid, I can somewhat relate. In High school I played football as well as track and did competitive powerlifting. I never really stopped working out; though my routine has changed considerably in purpose as well as application. However, while I used to work out because it was fun, challenging, competitive; now do it more as body maintenance. I run, stretch, lift, and hit a punching bag to keep myself from getting out of shape rather than for enjoyment. Believe me when I say; there is often little enjoyment getting up at 5:30 AM to go run 4 miles in the dark, especially in winter when it's about 10 degrees at that time of "day."
In a way, shooting has taken over for weightlifting for me. I realize, like you, that I will be able to continue shooting, and well (probably much better!) into old age, while my ability to slap 500 lbs on my back will fade away. Great response by the way, you really got me thinking!
In a way, shooting has taken over for weightlifting for me. I realize, like you, that I will be able to continue shooting, and well (probably much better!) into old age, while my ability to slap 500 lbs on my back will fade away. Great response by the way, you really got me thinking!