If you are infirm. Old is not necessarily infirm.
Yes someone with very limited energy should pace themselves and dole out their supply wisely. That’s the current guidance for ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome) btw. Do but don’t overdo.
And it is completely possible to be old and not infirm. I won’t share how. Don’t want be seen as bullying after all!
Oh. If anyone is interested I brought up the subject of the different impacts of occupational physical activity and recreational in that thread. No need to hijack more here.