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seizethecheeseyesterday at 6:21 PM1 replyview on HN

Diet is the main driver of obesity, not exercise. These folks are often in great shape under a layer of fat.

More apropos, have you ever met an anxious construction worker? I haven’t.


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0_____0yesterday at 10:46 PM

I renovated my house over the course of two years, so I've had a lot of close contact with tradespeople. Carpenters, demo, electricians, hvac, plasterers... the young guys are ok and buckstrong. By the time they're in their 40s, you can tell the work is rough on them.

Having muscle is only one dimension of fitness. You're entirely neglecting cardiovascular health, which is a better predictor of longevity.