re: #239 Anymouse
A scythe is better for cardio and arm exercise. A scythe requires aerobic exercise (swinging at the waist to move the implement) as well as arm exercise (aiming and holding the scythe in a position to mow grass or weeds within an inch of the ground requires real exercise).
I am glad I gave up my gasoline lawnmower: No gasoline, no noise, and can cut closer to obstacles than my lawnmower could reach.
My farmer neighbours also give me a thumbs-up for tradition.
Then perhaps I shall have to train with a new implement. I can already handle a bo staff.