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I am a 58 year old male with a 30 year career in endurance sports, including over 35 marathons and 14 Ironman triathlons. I have also published a book concerning the Ironman called "Ironstruck...The Ironman Triathlon Journey." I hope to add some on my knowledge to AC.
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What Attracts Women?Unfortunately the number one reason that women are attracted to men is wealth. Its amazing how tons of money and fame can mask age, appearance, personality and character.
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I was a Computer DummyLike many other adults I was simply in awe of how even preteen kids have gained mastery of computers. Personally, the thought of owning a computer scared the Hell out of me for a long time. It was a huge step when I finally purchased my first home computer system.
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Travelling YoungLife is extremely unpredictable and I have no desire to work for 50 years and gamble that I will still be alive or in good enough health to take advantage of all the spare time that retiring will leave me with.
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Will Computers Be Our Downfall?Fifty years from now, the technology we are so proud of will be antiquated. Changes are coming faster and faster. It only takes a few years for a computer to be outdated. There is always something just around the corner that is faster, clearer or more compact.
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Do You Love Your Computer?I have to admit, it sure wasn't 'love at first sight' when I sat in front of a computer for the first time. It was a treat for myself from a Boxing Day sale and it seemed real cheap so somehow I convinced myself to take the plunge and 'computerize my life.'
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Men - How to Find LoveFinding love is often a matter of taking a chance. Also, there is the right time and place to take the plunge. Picking the perfect moment to make your best move is the secret.
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Crack - Not Just on the StreetsCrack has long been the choice of the street people, but recently more and more of the affluent are bringing crack into their homes. Worse still, they are bringing it into the workplace.
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Making Money on eBayMaking money on ebay is possible. Even making really good money on ebay is possible. Not only that, it can create an interesting hobby and pastime as well as generate some extra income.
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Diet for Athletic SuccessIt is sad to see some athletes train like champions day in and day out and at the same time eat all the wrong foods. Eating food that will enhance energy and endurance is something to really consider in preparation for your next competition.
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Cooking for OneFor some reason there are those singles out there who have trouble cooking for themselves. They feel that it is too difficult to cook a full course meal for one, so they settle for take-out and t.v. dinners and other not so healthy options.
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The Magic of Coconut OilWhen you replace butter and margarine with coconut oil in your everyday cooking, you are substituting a healthy, weight loss promoting product for fats that are the exact opposite.
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Hair Today...Gone TomorrowI'm sure I let out a silent scream the day I looked in the mirror and realized I was beginning to lose my hair.
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Choosing the Best Olive OilOlive oil comes in many types and grades. Often we must carefully read the label on the bottle to ensure that we are getting the best product available and one that will add you our cooking and eating experience.
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Hair....A Growing BusinessWalk into any supermarket and you will see 15 or 20 feet of shelves full of hair products. Dozens of companies vie for shelf space and are constantly waging a war with rival companies to gain a bigger piece of the pie.
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The Mystery of DyingIt seems that most people avoid thinking about dying. It is the great unknown and full of mystery and is actually pretty scary. So for many, it is best to avoid thinking about it.
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Kids and Computer DangerIn many cases kids believe they are so safe that talking to strangers with the computer as a buffer doesn't seem to bother them.
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Is Dieting Worth It?Is spending a lifetime worrying about what you are earing really worth it? Is it worth it to live those few extra years and give up the enjoyment that comes with eating the food you crave?
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Are Cell Phones Taking Over the WorldMy, how things have changed. Cell phones have gotten smaller and smaller. They are so small they can get lost in the palm of your hand. Yet, they are loaded with high tech gadgetry.
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Enjoying a Family HolidayOne sure way to ruin a holiday is to travel with bored kids. Yet for some families there is really no other choice. except of course, staying home and never going anywhere.
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Retirement and Why You Should Stay ActiveAfter years of waking to an alarm and putting in a day of work, it can come as a shock to the body and mind if all of a sudden, very little is asked of it.
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The Importance of School SportsIt takes much more than academics in the formative years of high school to round out a teenager and provide the best possible opportunity to leave high school with confidence and self-worth.
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Women and Travelling SoloThere are most likely many women who choose to stay at home, rather than travel on their own. Yet there are many options open for women that will provide a safe and enjoyable vacation.
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Athletes and High CholesterolMany athletes are under the impression that because they are fit, high cholesterol will be something they have no need to worry about. At one time I thought this as well, until the results of a routine blood test showed that indeed, it can happen.