When I raced, I was healthy to the point of being unhealthy. only pure foods. Only wine. 4 hours of exercise daily at any cost (to career or relationships). 8 hours sleep. period.

My interests have changed. Beer is good (scotch is better). I dont 'work out', but get my exercise only though play. Tailgated from noon to 11 last night, and it didnt ruin my body (though I probably should have taken a break for the 6 o'clock philly ride to work of some of those beers). The cigar tasted good. I can catch up on my lost sleep later.

Guess I'm saying that I've been on both ends. Felt physically better when straight-edge. Feel mentally better with my vices today.