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"He went climbing the mountain again that day, and as he had said countless times, the mountain was his second home. This is what Uncle Zhang's neighbor Lao Li said with emotion after learning the news of Uncle Zhang's death.
Uncle Zhang, 65 years old, is an ordinary retired postman who has delivered countless letters and walked countless streets in his life. After retiring, he did not choose to spend his old age quietly at home, but discovered a new hobby - hiking and listening to opera.
These two seemingly simple activities have brought endless fun and vitality to his retirement life. In the small town where he lives, there is a mountain that is not too tall but has excellent scenery, which has become a must-visit place for him almost every week.
He loved the freshness at the top of the mountain and the tranquility at the bottom, which became an integral part of his life. Zhang Bo always said that climbing a mountain can not only exercise the body, but more importantly, it can purify the mind and let him find peace in the embrace of nature.
But hobbies are hobbies, and gradually Uncle Zhang's physical condition began to change. Although he still seems to be in good spirits, he has actually quietly developed a heart attack.
It is a disease that is very common in older people, and the incidence of heart disease increases significantly with age. Uncle Zhang's wife, Aunt Li, was deeply worried about this. She repeatedly persuaded Uncle Zhang to reduce the frequency of mountain climbing, and even advised him to give up this physically taxing activity.
But Uncle Zhang always smiled and waved his hand, and said: "Climbing the mountain is as natural as breathing for me, how can I give up?" Aunt Li knew that these two things—climbing the mountain and listening to the opera—couldn't be stopped.
Until that day, Uncle Zhang went to climb the mountain alone as usual. The weather was clear, the sun was warm, the mountain breeze wasn't too big, and everything seemed perfect. But just as he was about to reach the top of the mountain, Zhang Bo suddenly felt a sharp chest pain, and then fell to the ground. Although emergency rescue arrived in time, his life could not be saved.
In a later diagnosis, doctors noted that Uncle Zhang's death was due to severe heart failure. The doctor explained that although moderate exercise is good for the heart, excessive physical activity, especially in older people with a history of heart disease, can increase the burden on the heart, leading to irreversible consequences.
He also mentioned other similar cases in which patients also ignored their own illness and their body's warning signs and continued to engage in high-intensity physical activity, which ultimately led to tragedy.
At Uncle Zhang's funeral, many familiar faces came to the scene, either former colleagues of Uncle Zhang or friends he had made on the way up the mountain.
Everyone sat around and shared the bits and pieces of getting along with Uncle Zhang, and there was a faint sadness and reluctance in the air. Aunt Li sat on the side, with tears in the corners of her eyes, and occasionally responded to others' words with a smile. She knew that although Uncle Zhang left suddenly, he at least left while doing what he loved.
Afterwards, Aunt Li stumbled upon one of his diaries while sorting out Uncle Zhang's belongings. This diary records his thoughts and feelings after retirement, especially his deep love for climbing mountains and listening to opera.
Through these words, Aunt Li seems to be able to understand Uncle Zhang's inner world more deeply, as well as the inseparable love for mountains and drama. So, how can we ensure our safety and health while pursuing quality of life?
Many people tend to ignore health risks in their pursuit of quality of life, especially those that are hidden and not easily noticeable. For the elderly, a reasonable exercise program and regular check-ups of physical condition are very necessary.
It is advisable for older people to undergo a medical examination before engaging in any form of physical activity to understand their physical condition, especially the health of the cardiovascular system. Choosing the right intensity and type of exercise is also key to preventing sports injuries.
A moderate amount of hobby activity can have a positive impact on improving quality of life, but excessive pursuit can be life-threatening. While enjoying life, we must always be vigilant and arrange our life and sports reasonably to ensure safety.
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