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Upon receiving my diagnosis, I realized that I may not have much time left to enjoy my body in a healthy manner. With this motivation, I committed to getting fitter and stronger. Now, looking at myself today, I find myself in much better shape than I was a decade ago. While I may not resemble Arnold Schwarzenegger or Sylvester Stallone, a quick search on the internet reveals that I am stronger than 95% of people my age.
You might wonder about the effort required to reach my current state. It’s vital to clarify—I have not set foot in a gym since I was 20 years old. After a single visit, I concluded that gym culture wasn’t for me.