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May 3, 2021 14:06:12   #
The Capt.
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)


Chess is a good exercise for the brain so is taking a college course.

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May 3, 2021 14:30:11   #
Dannj
 
I keep my brain sharp by trying to remember where I put all the things I can’t find.

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May 3, 2021 14:45:52   #
georgeretired Loc: Manitoba Canada
 
I'm a canon shooter and 80 years old this year. Have 4 active canons of different productions models. Even with the same manufactures, I have a hard time switching the brain when I pick up my: SD3500, then my 50D, then my 70D then for along shot my SX50....and remember what feature is offered on what camera.......and my kids tell me to get myself a new camera for my birthday....geesssss

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May 3, 2021 17:50:32   #
drbart Loc: New York, NY
 
Hi Jerry,

Of course and also the cost of all your camera equipment!! LOL

Just kidding! But take the trip anyway.

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May 3, 2021 18:03:21   #
Blair Shaw Jr Loc: Dunnellon,Florida
 
Probably....NOOOO, but nice try anyway....hahahaa

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May 3, 2021 19:55:23   #
Richard Spencer Loc: Evansville, Indiana
 
At 93, I just use two Sony A65V's with different but similar lens and don't have to worry about remembering all that stuff.

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May 3, 2021 20:24:47   #
ronpier Loc: Poland Ohio
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)


Not really interested in that much exercise Jerry but I do enjoy shooting with a different Nikon each time. Four bodies with just enough of a difference to make a unique shooting experience each time. And every once in a while the Coolpix camera #5 gets assigned also. Thanks.

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May 3, 2021 20:35:31   #
pithydoug Loc: Catskill Mountains, NY
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)


I find running past your house exercises my brain and only need one camera. :)

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May 3, 2021 23:16:27   #
coj Loc: NJ, USA
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)


I keep going by travel hacking (the art of using credit card points to travel for free), last year I flew us around the world in First class on Korean Air and Emirates, This year I took a quick jaunt to FLA to shoot a few days of wildlife with my photography mentor, two trips to Europe are scheduled for the fall, I play in a symphony orchestra, and yes I still like crossword puzzles.

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May 4, 2021 01:20:16   #
Boris77
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)


You could qualify for treatment under Insanity. Who wants to use a Sony menu? Boris

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May 4, 2021 06:00:39   #
rcscruffy
 
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
My theory for good brain and physical conditioning is simply NOT to retire. So I didn't! I'm 77 and I still work every day as a commercial photographer. Running a business has a good mixture of creativity, nice clients and aggravating ones, good suppliers and not so good ones, paperwork, taxes and bill to pay, promotions to do, problems and problem solving and some problems that can't be solved are also stimulating, going home- listening to my lovely wife complain that I am insane for still working- but she runs the office anyway. I also get to look after the cat's litterbox and take out the garbage- all in a day's work!

I'm gonna work 'till I'm dead and don't forget to leave space in the coffin for my gear- I'm takin' it with me!

My theory for good brain and physical conditioning... (show quote)


The secret is in your first drawing.....several cups of coffee each day!

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May 4, 2021 07:48:59   #
dpfoto Loc: Cape Coral, FL
 
I doubt the Infernal Revenue Scoundrels would allow that.

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May 4, 2021 09:06:34   #
Fleckjohn65 Loc: Ajax Ontario Canada
 
jerryc41 wrote:
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumor going around that people over a certain age have to "exercise" their brains to keep them working properly. I think I've stumbled on a pretty good way of doing that.

I know that most of us have different brands of cameras, and they all have different Menus and controls. I like to switch between Nikon, Sony, and Fuji to mix things up and remember how to use them. Bringing all three with me in the car and driving somewhere to shoot is a fun way to not only use different cameras, but also to exercise my brain - remembering how to use the different controls and Menus.

I wonder if such travel could be considered a medical deduction.
Some of us here are over fifty, and there's a rumo... (show quote)




Gerry. I just read Sanjay Gupta MD book “keep sharp”. Excellent. He walks you thru the brain and how it works and how diet, exercise, brain exercise etc can be modified to help our old brains. A great read.

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May 4, 2021 09:55:01   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
My theory for good brain and physical conditioning is simply NOT to retire. So I didn't! I'm 77 and I still work every day as a commercial photographer.


Good advice, although I'm also 77, and I love retirement. In your case, I'm reminded of the saying, "Find a job you love, and you'll never work a day in your life."

I read a book years ago that offered three ideas for happiness: never stop working, pay cash, and give your inheritance away while you're still alive. I have over fifty items on my To Do list, so I consider myself still working.

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May 4, 2021 11:17:27   #
rbmitch123
 
Pretty sure it’s a tax deduction.
On a side note, I hear minimum security prisons aren’t that bad.

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