论陆游的长寿之道

Unveiling the Secret of Lu You's Longevity

陆游不仅是中国古代存诗最多的一位诗人,而且还是一位长寿诗人。诗人年近九秩,心明眼亮,运动有常,读写不辍,其乐无穷,延年益寿,养生有道。这不仅在宋代,就是在整个古代诗人中也是绝无仅有的。诗人虽非养生专家,但他对生活的真切感悟和实践真知却符合现代养生之道。

Lu You, a Chinese poet of the Southern Song Dynasty, is reputed not only for his being the most prolific poet in ancient China but also for his longevity. When he was over 80 years old, Lu You remained in healthy conditions, clear - minded and clear - sighted, doing regular physical exercises and persisting in reading and writing. Lu You rejoiced in all these activities, which had helped him maintain health, prevent illnesses and extend his life span, something rarely seen in other poets of ancient China not to mention the Song Dynasty. Though he is not a health-preserving expert, Lu You＇ s genuine feelings about life and his experience and knowledge are in congenial agreement with what modern science of health preservation advocates.