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		thrance 5 months ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Why Exercise Is a Miracle Drug The human body didn't evolve to do farm work, or mow lawns, or more generally to do "blue collar" work. Also, our ancestors weren't known for their exceptional lifespans.

SoftTalker 5 months ago [–]

30-60 minutes pushing a lawn mower is good low-impact exercise. Riding around on a lawn tractor with a beer, not so much.

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