Pingo

KARL and DONALD agree, and Pingo disagrees: I, the old hippie Pingo, added the last sentence to the following analysis by Yuval Noah Harari. „One of the main problems in the world today is the extremely cynical view of humanity that is spreading on both the right and the left. The view that all human interactions are, in fact, power struggles and all human institutions are merely conspiracies to seize power. Donald Trump and Karl Marx agree on this. That’s why I advocate for nature, which reflects love and compassion, because without it, our humanity would already have vanished in the ozone. #love #peace #compassion #trust #thegoodinpeople #positiveattitudealways #loveispowerful #fightfor #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

Last night I had another impressive dream: I was a motorcyclist - something I never was in real life. Although I have occasionally rented a scooter in Mediterranean holiday resorts and enjoyed the freedom of two wheels, this time in my dream I was sitting on an Impala 175, that elegant retro motorcycle. I drove along a winding road, accompanied by the light of the moonlight, and admired the cockpit in front of me. Although you don’t always remember everything in the morning, this experience was so intense that I spontaneously chose an old photo of me with the legendary Impala 175 for a post. #motocycle #motocycles #retromotorcycle #retromoto #oldmendreamdreams #impala #impala175 #overseventy #blackandwhitephotography #lastnightsdream #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

I think a man's manhood is measured by how much love he can spread, because while spreading it he becomes a protector of emotions and gentleness, he is attentive and conscious—- that's what it means to be a man. #pingoscolors #classicmodel #realmenarelovers #realmenaregentle #spreadlove

It was about time the perpetrator finally returned to the scene of the crime — to the wooden bench. And there he is. #classicmodel #cyclechic #urbancycling #rideinstyle #overseventy #longevity #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

To practice longevity, in my opinion, you should at least begin to scientifically understand what it means. What does epigenetics mean? And under no circumstances should you take supplements if you don’t understand what they do. And when you’re in the process of building an awareness of longevity, you’ll exercise more, take more breaks from eating, and eat less animal protein, like the centenarians in the so-called Blue Zones. Yes, and you’ll say, but centenarians in the Blue Zones don’t even go to the gym. No, but they’ve led much more uncomfortable lives than you all their lives. And you go to the gym because you’re catching up. And who’s to say that if centenarians didn’t go to the gym, they could go one step further. Then you’ll say, yes, but centenarians in the Blue Zones eat meat, fish, and eggs. Yes, they do, but in quantities so unimaginably small for a European or an American that you could almost call them vegan. Like top athletes like Jan Frodeno. They eat a piece of meat or fish in a restaurant somewhere four or five times a year, for social reasons. But the rest of the time they’re vegan. Why that is is a different chapter. Because breaking down the compressed proteins, the amino acid chains, is a different topic. I’ll come to that later. So, practicing longevity means understanding epigenetics. And once you’ve understood it, the measures you take—exercising more, eating differently, taking breaks from eating, reducing animal proteins to a minimum, and filling your intestines with so much fiber that you can even call it healthy. That’s longevity. And that’s understanding it. And then you’ll be more disciplined and motivated to persevere. But only then are you. #longevity #mealbreaks #workout #moveyourass #resistancetraining #steprunning #jumping #epigenetics #epigenetica #overseventy #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

In 2025, there are essentially only two reasons not to go vegan: Either you lack awareness or intellectual access to what’s happening in the world’s animal feedlots – while over 82 billion animals suffer under terrible conditions every year. Or you believe you’re superior to much of life on this planet – and that your pleasure, comfort, and habits matter more than the suffering of sentient beings. Either way: It’s time to honestly ask yourself which side you really want to be on! #consciousness #nodoublestandards #crueltyfree #plantbased #healthybodyhealthymind #healtymind #compassion #overseventy #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

Image 1: Interview with the head of the company, she knows about the experience of the aged applicant. Image 2: She is still the boss, but her son will soon take over and she expresses her concerns in her responsibility and through her gestures. She knows it looks arrogant, but that’s part of the game. Image 3: The applicant has a good feeling that the contract is about to be signed. #pingoscolors #classicmodel #classicmodels #bestagershooting #shestheboss #photostory #overseventy #actorslife #longevity #pingomagduschewski

For Cycle4Water – Jörg Schubert and Daniel Schade Do good and talk about it. Today I’m talking about those who are doing great things. Jörg and Daniel, with Cycle4Water, are working tirelessly to ensure that people in Africa have access to clean drinking water – a good we take for granted, but for many, a long journey. Together with Niven Subotic, they are building wells and giving hope. I was lucky enough to meet you at Cycling World Düsseldorf and am deeply impressed by your work. Let’s all contribute to raising awareness of Cycle4Water, support its mission, and get involved ourselves. I’ll be riding a longer distance in the near future to raise funds for your initiative – because every movement counts! I’m glad our paths crossed. And as luck would have it: We’re all from Dortmund. See you there! #dogood #cycle4water #cleanwaterforall #cleanwaterforafrica #nevensubotic #overseventy #pingomagduschewski

Why a vegan diet is even more important as we age There are many good reasons to follow a vegan diet – for ethical, health, and environmental reasons. But a plant-based diet becomes even more important as we age. A crucial factor is regeneration and energy yield – a principle that many athletes also use. More energy through easier digestion Animal proteins consist of complex amino acid chains that your body must first break down. This digestive process requires a lot of energy. Energy that often becomes scarcer with age and that we would rather use for other things – be it sports, exercise, or simply an active lifestyle. Plant proteins, on the other hand, are often easier to digest and place less strain on the metabolism. This means more energy for what really matters. Why this is especially important as we age As we age, the body’s regeneration slows down. Eating a plant-based diet can positively influence this process: ✔ Faster recovery after exercise ✔ Less digestive effort, resulting in more energy for everyday life ✔ Anti-inflammatory nutrients that support the body My personal motivation I exercise regularly myself and feel exactly this difference. That’s why I’m sharing my experiences as a kind of „testimonial“ for everyone out there. Maybe this will get you thinking: Over 50? Then there are even more reasons to go vegan – for your health, your energy, and your quality of life. I learn, therefore I am. Therefore I live. #classicmodel #neverstoplearning #veganpower #veganenergy #logicdiet #plantbasedfood #longevity #overseventy #pingomagduschewski #regeneration #bluezones #danbuettner #lifespan @pingoscolors

„I’m 72, but I’m still learning every day. Today I had my aha moment: cold, heat, oxygen deprivation, overcompensation, intense training, and recovery—all of this stimulates the mitochondria. It’s pure cellular training! And it even goes in the direction of epigenetics. I learn, therefore I am.“ #classicmodel #neverstoplearning #epigenetics #mitochondria #deprivation #overcompensation #coldhot #intensetraining #hiit #sauna #icebath #coldshower #cellulartraining #ahamoment #overseventy #longevity #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors

Recently, I was talking to a friend of my son and told him that after a bout of flu, I finally completed my first gravel bike ride since February 1st—a whopping 35 kilometers. He said, „That’s great, at your age.“ I confidently replied, „Yes, I’ll still be doing that in 10 years.“ But he replied, „No, you won’t be doing that anymore.“ I paused for a moment, thought about it, and came to the conclusion: Yes, I’ll definitely still be doing that. I simply can’t imagine not being out on my gravel bike for 30, 40, or even 50 kilometers in 10 years—at 82. Why not? Yes, but it expresses what society thinks, and that's precisely why I'm repeating it here. The danger is that the recipient of what's being said somehow absorbs it and is influenced by it. There's hardly a more negative mantra for accelerating aging than constantly saying, "I won't be doing that at my age" or "Don't be doing that at your age." The positive mantra, on the other hand, is, "Why shouldn't I be doing that anymore? Of course I'll be doing it in 10 years. Of course I'll be doing it in 20 years." That's a positive mantra—you're sending your body a signal. David Sinclair, who conducts longevity research like no other, could certainly explain the scientific or biochemical reasons for what happens when you internalize positive or negative mantras about your age. But we're fighting back and changing society's mantra regarding longevity. #classicmodel #actorslife #ridingbicycle #gravelcycling #rideinstyle #overseventy #longevity #urbanbluezone #dortmund #pingomagduschewski #lifespan @pingoscolors

Riding your bike to the gym is part of the Longevity Principles. Combining everyday exercise with targeted training sessions is—along with a balanced diet—one of the most important factors for a long and healthy life. #classicnodel #activeliving #longevity #urbancycling #cyclechic #everydayexercise #weigtlifting #functionalworkout #crossfit #overseventy #pingomagduschewski @pingoscolors