The "Bodies" Exhibition
Hehe, i know i said i'd post yesterday, but by the time i'd got home, i was too tired. Oops, sorry!
Also, i shoulda put a *warning* by the link on Monday.... if you find bodies (dead) in any way distressing, or the thought of them being displayed, then PLEASE don't click the link!
Actually, even as a biologist i had reservations about viewing the exhibit, not for the "eugh, it's weird" thing, but for the feeling that people deserve to be treated with respect when they die.
I have to say i was pleasantly surprised with the exhibit, not only the standard of the specimens, but with the scientific and dignified way they have been presented. Basic scientific facts, written in a clear and understandable way are given with each display.
It was ~AMAZING~
The detail visible, provided by special scientific techniques was, at some times, literally breathtaking. The section on veins, arteries and circulation was incredible.
It has been said that this kind of information is not needed by the general public, and for interested people there is a wide selection of medical texts that present detailed diagrams. I held this view until i saw the exhibit.
I have definitely changed my view.... The exhibit has enhanced my knowledge, and the comments book at the end of the display showed others also felt this way... although there were negative views of the exhibit too, which is fair enough... dead bodies aren't everyone's cup of tea!
But the point is, it is a choice to view.... nobody can force you to go!
i was initially hesitant, and i have completely changed my mind.... maybe you would too.
I defo recommend going if you get the opportunity, and if you wish too, of course! It will defo make you think in a different way about your body.
I cannot post photos (and nor would i!) because cameras aren't allowed. So if you do wanna see, you'll have to go yourself.... there are several exhibits dotted around the world!
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On a completely different note...... for the journey home yesterday i bought a copy of "Runner's World". It is the first running magazine i have bought, and was mostly pleased, except some of it seems a bit "elitist" and some articles and letters gave the view of looking down on beginners.... i really hope this is not the overall view! otherwise i'm screwed!
But it did give good advice on how to up my game when running.... Apparently i need to be faster!
So today at the gym i tried a 6.0 mph pace, instead of my normal 5.4mph. It was FUN! i made a mile in a mere 10 minutes (obviously!) and didn't feel much worse for it (except for the heat in the gym..... it was 30ish degrees C again today, so in the gym was Very Warm!) It was FUN!. So after a rather measly ONE mile i needed to stop, drink and wipe my face with a towel (blegh!). But it was FUN! And i carried on.....
I'm gonna try again tomorrow...... i like this going further quicker.... magic!
Also, i shoulda put a *warning* by the link on Monday.... if you find bodies (dead) in any way distressing, or the thought of them being displayed, then PLEASE don't click the link!
Actually, even as a biologist i had reservations about viewing the exhibit, not for the "eugh, it's weird" thing, but for the feeling that people deserve to be treated with respect when they die.
I have to say i was pleasantly surprised with the exhibit, not only the standard of the specimens, but with the scientific and dignified way they have been presented. Basic scientific facts, written in a clear and understandable way are given with each display.
It was ~AMAZING~
The detail visible, provided by special scientific techniques was, at some times, literally breathtaking. The section on veins, arteries and circulation was incredible.
It has been said that this kind of information is not needed by the general public, and for interested people there is a wide selection of medical texts that present detailed diagrams. I held this view until i saw the exhibit.
I have definitely changed my view.... The exhibit has enhanced my knowledge, and the comments book at the end of the display showed others also felt this way... although there were negative views of the exhibit too, which is fair enough... dead bodies aren't everyone's cup of tea!
But the point is, it is a choice to view.... nobody can force you to go!
i was initially hesitant, and i have completely changed my mind.... maybe you would too.
I defo recommend going if you get the opportunity, and if you wish too, of course! It will defo make you think in a different way about your body.
I cannot post photos (and nor would i!) because cameras aren't allowed. So if you do wanna see, you'll have to go yourself.... there are several exhibits dotted around the world!
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
On a completely different note...... for the journey home yesterday i bought a copy of "Runner's World". It is the first running magazine i have bought, and was mostly pleased, except some of it seems a bit "elitist" and some articles and letters gave the view of looking down on beginners.... i really hope this is not the overall view! otherwise i'm screwed!
But it did give good advice on how to up my game when running.... Apparently i need to be faster!
So today at the gym i tried a 6.0 mph pace, instead of my normal 5.4mph. It was FUN! i made a mile in a mere 10 minutes (obviously!) and didn't feel much worse for it (except for the heat in the gym..... it was 30ish degrees C again today, so in the gym was Very Warm!) It was FUN!. So after a rather measly ONE mile i needed to stop, drink and wipe my face with a towel (blegh!). But it was FUN! And i carried on.....
I'm gonna try again tomorrow...... i like this going further quicker.... magic!
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