popa,
I have come to respect what you say here, which is why I am very surprised to read what you wrote.
I assure you that I did not “invent” what I said. My mistake was only in thinking that what I was told about this was common knowledge amongst those who have learned the inyannim. I stand by what I said as far as I myself am concerned, but I will gladly desist from offering anything to this conversation.
BTW, swimming is a great way to lose weight, so if you’re OK with going maybe you’ll be able to sit on benches again 🙂