Aging, Body and Mind

Published April 25, 2019 in Warp & Woof Aging, Body and Mind An Introspection William Sundwick As I approach my 72nd anniversary on the planet, I’m beginning to feel old – ever so slightly. I have no physical infirmity that I can conveniently use as an excuse for it. There are no mobility issues, likeContinue reading “Aging, Body and Mind”

Staying Anchored and Marking Time

Published January 31, 2019 in Warp & Woof Staying Anchored and Marking Time The Meaning of Routines William Sundwick About two years ago, I wrote a post for Warp & Woof called “Celebrating Banality.” It was a defense of the banal, quotidian routines in life. They were contrasted with the relatively rare moments of exhilarationContinue reading “Staying Anchored and Marking Time”

How I Hate My Gym

Published April 19, 2018 in Warp & Woof   How I Hate My Gym Let Me Count the Ways William Sundwick I’ve been a member at my gym for ten years. I faithfully follow a 4-day, 160-minute per week cardio workout routine. And, I added back-strengthening equipment two or three times each week (anticipating carryingContinue reading “How I Hate My Gym”

Celebrating Banality: Why Those Daily Routines Have So Much Power

Published March 24, 2017 in Warp & Woof Celebrating Banality: Why Those Daily Routines Have So Much Power William Sundwick Excitement vs. Routine We all love exciting new experiences. The faster heart beat of the unexpected thrill, or the shot of feel-good dopamine or serotonin neurotransmitters into the brain, are what many of us associateContinue reading “Celebrating Banality: Why Those Daily Routines Have So Much Power”

How to Keep Your Exercise Routine Focused in the Present, not the Future

Published March 14, 2017 in Warp & Woof How to Keep Your Exercise Routine Focused in the Present, not the Future William Sundwick Everybody agrees that exercise is an important factor in health, especially as we age. But, who hasn’t had difficulty keeping to their ideal exercise routine? It’s just too much work, it’s boring,Continue reading “How to Keep Your Exercise Routine Focused in the Present, not the Future”