Originally Posted by
Machka
Happily, in this day and age, we have the ability to live healthy and active lives longer than previous generations.
To throw in the towel when we're still in our 50s is a bit premature. Keep going! Get out there and do stuff! Exercise, learn new things, try new things, enjoy life!! It's not time for the walker and rocking chair yet.
Maybe 70-something might be old ... but 50-something is nowhere near old yet.
Getting an e-bike is not throwing in the towel and it is unfair for a fit and healthy person to say so without knowing the individual circumstances. One can still get good exercise using an e-bike, in fact if it encourages someone to take up cycling who would otherwise not have the confidence in their fitness to start riding, it is to be encouraged.
If someone needs a walking stick to keep them mobile is that throwing in the towel?