Field Notes / The Good Life
Long Hockey Night: When Fatigue Disappears
Number 15, late-night game, 63 years old — showed up exhausted, left feeling reborn. This is what hidden reserves look like when you give your body the right stimulus instead of the couch. It’s 7 PM. I’ve just finished a long, exhausting...
Training for Durability
Joint-Friendly Training: How to Stay Strong Without Pain
Morning mobility work on the rooftop — hip flexor stretch as part of the daily joint maintenance sequence. This is what “startup protocol” looks like at 63: not optional, not impressive, just non-negotiable. Here’s the truth most people over 40 don’t want...
Brain Power & Learning
Recovery After 40: Why Rest Makes You Stronger
Rest day at the water — fishing isn’t doing nothing, it’s changing everything. A complete mental reset that lets the body recover while keeping the mind present and engaged. Most people misunderstand recovery. They think recovery means doing nothing. Lying on the...
Brain Power & Learning
Mind Training and Longevity: Why Mental Performance Matters After 40
Daily chess at 63 — not just a game, but a deliberate practice for cognitive engagement, pattern recognition, and mental resilience. This is what mental training looks like in real life. Most people over 40 obsess about physical training—what exercises to do,...
Training for Durability
Strength Training After 40: What Actually Works
Most people in their 60s have either stopped training entirely or they’re following the same programs they used at 30—wondering why their joints hurt and progress has stalled. At 63, I train 5-6 days per week. I’m stronger and more capable than...
Connection & Purpose
How I Stay Competitive at 63: An Engineer’s Approach to Longevity
At 63, I focus on joint-friendly training and smart recovery At 63, I play hockey 1-2 times a week with players decades younger. I play chess daily—not to master theory, but to solve new problems and keep my mind sharp. I travel...