Who says healthy living has to be hard work? Obviously not me; I'd never say anything so stupid. Or try anything so stupid. “But Ray, cleaning out the garage will give you a perfect aerobic work out. Your heart, lungs, and blood vessels will benefit from the increased amount of oxygen in the body, which helps strengthen body tissue and keep you healthy.” I tell you, there are few downfalls to writing a health letter, but when your wife quotes ..

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The other day my friend Geoff leant back in his chair, patted his considerable stomach and said 'this is all down to too much stress'. I couldn't help laughing. I reminded him how he enjoyed his food, not to mention the odd pint, and asked him when was the last time he'd seen the inside of the gym. I was surprised by his answer. Since Christmas he's cut out the drink and snacking. He eats relatively healthy, and he leaves the car at home and w ..

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Ahhhh... the Summertime! Walks on the beach... ice creams... trips to the country... cream teas... a nice refreshing pint of cider... fish and chips on the pier... ... and more inches round the waistline. Well folks, MY waistline at any rate. I never really was a fan of the elasticated waistband, but now I'm beginning to see the advantages. Why is it that weight is just so hard to shift as you get older? All right, I guess I know the answer ..

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Strange people, those folk from Kent… Seems they like to eat elephant and rhino. Oh, and the occasional bison when they can get their hands on it. Mind you, I am talking about the people of Kent 400,000 years ago. I just read today that archaeologists have found ancient elephant bones and flint weapons along the Channel Tunnel rail link. Elephant bones on the line… now there's a proper excuse for a train to be late! And accompanying the ar ..

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