Going stir crazy with being at home?

Gym closed and need some exercise?

Ever wondered if you could mow the yard without losing your hearing? Well, here’s your solution to all three problems.

Get a new mower.

Actually, a very old mower.

Probably the kind your grandfather (maybe your great-grandfather, depending on your age) used.

It’s a push mower. Not the ones with an motor.

No, I’m recommending those ancient, honest to God mowers that are powered by your push. A rotary mower.

Now, I’m aware that these are extremely retro. But hear me out.

I bought one of these a year ago. The big secret about my relationship with lawn mowers is that while I don’t hate the job, I do hate the sound of a gas engine. (I would wear earplugs, but you can still hear it).

My verdict? I love the process.

It’s not an easy job. You provide the power that is normally done by that infernal, gas-guzzling motor.

But that becomes part of the fun. Because it’s a real live workout doing something that has to be done. And the only sound is a gentle whish of the blades. And you don’t use any gas, if you’re into that sort of thing.

I’m a huge believer in innovation. But this is a case where you can be an innovator by going backwards. Get a rotary mower, and get a quiet workout and avoid the yammering at the gym when they open again.

(Yeah, it rhymes. 😁)