Bush swore off the sauce after turning 40 and doesn't smoke. Two years ago, he underwent arthroscopic surgery to repair torn cartilage in his left knee. Last year, two polyps were removed from his colon. Sometimes, he suffers from a stiff back. Otherwise, his middle-aged carcass is remarkably intact.
Exercise is key.
Twice a week, he works out on an elliptical trainer and once or twice a week, he lifts weights for about 45 minutes. For recreation, he likes to hunt, fish, toss horseshoes, and play tennis and baseball. At his ranch in Crawford, Texas, he practices functional fitness by chopping cedar. Too close to call. But I have a suggestion.