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Work out number 500 I was already a Medicare recipient for my first Camp Gladiator workout. Attended a presentation and thought why not give it a try. My only exercise for the past few years was the occasional bike ride. Got out of bed with joints popping and an aching back each morning. I was also considering surgery for a chronically swollen and enlarged joint in one of my feet. Although everyone at Camp Gladiator was always very supportive, I suspect many thought, “What is this old guy doing here, he will be gone soon.” Made it through the first workout without throwing up or passing out (a co-camper generously reminded me she was a nurse well versed in CPR). Struggled to finish sets with 8 lb. dumbbells and mostly walked warm-up laps. Didn’t think my joints would hold up to this kind of work out even if the rest of me did. Fast forward about 3 ½ years. I now struggle with 20 lb. dumbbells and can do most of the running. I have lost 15-20 lbs. Not only di