I admit I speak from a certain age

In an era when exercise is all the rage -

But having had my share in the past

I seem to have done enough to last;.

Keen to lay the foundation provided

When youth and energy coincided,

Working to keep the body healthy

Without seeing multi-gyms get wealthy.

Now the years have accumulated

I view exercise as over-rated,

Preferring instead a sensible diet

And moderation - suggest you try it.

Eat well...sleep well and take things steady

And that should see you fit and ready

For most things life can throw at you

Before you join the undertaker's queue..

Lay the groundwork when you're young

To take your happy place among

The old folk in much later years

Without unnecessary fears

In this time of self-obsessed mentality

That encourages haste towards finality.

Be one of  those that steadfastly lingers

Resolutely raising two fingers!

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