Daily Strenuous Physical Exercise is a Great Substitute for Opioids/painkillers/anti-depressants, etc.

[Marathoner]

I love hard work so I relished strenuous labor until my back put an end to those activities. This surfaced during the time I worked for the San Diego Zoo as a maintenance technician; I'd walk an average of 13 miles on the job every day. You name it, I did it... but I enjoyed working with the fellows in construction the most. Construction work was the most fun I ever had on a job and I was a decent carpenter back in the day.

Heavy lifting was never a problem until the pain began. I remember the day when it started... it was two in the afternoon and it felt like my back was on fire. Literally. It was so excruciating that I had to search for an empty restroom so I could cry out of earshot. I had never experienced pain quite like that before. 

My days of strenuous labor are over but I find ways to work around my limitations. I can still move around and lift moderate loads so as long as I'm careful and mindful of posture, I can still contribute in a meaningful fashion. My hips are starting to become an issue so I'm not sure how long that will last, but I'll keep going until I can't.   

[Sower]

5 hours ago, bartmac123 said:

Along with helping in reducing the Inappropriate Sexual Lustful feelings, daily strenuous physical exercise also reduces some physical aching pains like back aches which means I do Not have to take Opioids/painkillers/anti-depressants, etc.

I just thought that I would mention the aforementioned benefit because of all the opioid-addiction crisis that has affected many parts of the Western world, and beyond since a lot of Opioids/painkillers and some anti-depressants, etc., are easily obtainable as Over-The-Counter(OTC) drugs which means they do Not need Medical Doctor's prescription.

 

I agree wholeheartedly..     Work is the best narcotic!      (for those that can)

God designed a marvelous human body. And then we abuse it, loose it, and revert to drugs.
The more I work, the better physically mentally emotionally and yes spiritually I feel.
It has been that way all my life. I do no pain killers. We should be good stewards of our body.

"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men"   Colossians 3:23
  
 

[Marathoner]

6 minutes ago, Sower said:

I agree wholeheartedly..     Work is the best narcotic!      (for those that can)

God designed a marvelous human body. And then we abuse it, loose it, and revert to drugs.
The more I work, the better physically mentally emotionally and yes spiritually I feel.
It has been that way all my life. I do no pain killers. We should be good stewards of our body.

"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men"   Colossians 3:23
  
 

There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of a job well done. I miss hard labor. 

I can't do the things I used to, so I'm thankful that the Lord has given me meaningful work here in the homeless shelter. My skills as a first responder come in handy since a number of our residents are disabled and have issues with their health. My CPR certification is up to date and I'm good in emergencies.  

[OneLight]

45 minutes ago, Marathoner said:

I live with constant pain and find that Advil addresses it adequately. Getting up in the morning is the worst part by far; it's impossible to stand upright until I move around for an hour or two. I'm not quite 60 but I have the spinal column of a 90 year-old. I feel your pain, brother. Literally. 

My wife often remarks how I walk like an old hunched over man at times.  I get a chuckle out of her comments!

[Marathoner]

That's what I look like in the mornings. 

[Starise]

There that should do it.

 

Finished with my daily 5 minute workout. Whew!

[Marathoner]

7 minutes ago, Starise said:

There that should do it.

 

Finished with my daily 5 minute workout. Whew!

Finger extensions can be grueling. 

[Starise]

3 minutes ago, Marathoner said:

Finger extensions can be grueling. 

I learned a new exercise. It's a cross between a lunge and a crunch.

I call it lunch.

[Marathoner]

28 minutes ago, Starise said:

I learned a new exercise. It's a cross between a lunge and a crunch.

I call it lunch.

My back retired years ago but I still have a plier-crushing grip, by gum. I keep those fingers in shape by hoisting my coffee flagon with a pinky finger. One two three, lift! One two three, drain! One two three, repeat! 

[Guest clancy]

I have been working out for years, I had gym membership, then nearly two years ago we went into lockdown, exercise is a big part of my life ,so had to buy some gym equipment, a five minute pro ,that works the abs, a twist and shape, cross trainer, plus I jog every other day...my son can’t keep up with me,???

Edited June 14, 2021 by clancy