DU has been the place to go when politics becomes so depressing. Now - all you folks that posted in this subject that have 1000 posts - good for you. I don't think I will ever get anywhere near that.

To be a NASCAR driver, you need to be in good shape. Driving 400 or 500 miles (especially in very hot temps) takes a toll on your body. And you really need to have an alert mind - one miscue and you can have a very bad day. Mark Martin was probably one of the first drivers to start working out so his body was strong and now many of the drivers work out.

You should send it to your local paper - would be great if they would print it!