Pellis, Ronnie is younger than I am (I turn 52 on the 15th) that's young for hip replacement unless you're Bo Jackson. Now, read my next post.
Yes, it is quite young.
Some choose to live their life focused on living long, safely and comfortably. Ronnie, like a few others, choose to achieve a dream they so
passionately desire and many would die in the attempt. Ronnie has achieve something that few ever will and seems very happy and
content with that. There's always a trade off and always a price to pay.
Yes, most people get hip replacement after 70 yrs or so. But most people don't really make a mark in this world. They will soon be forgotten. At least in bodybuilding Ronnie will always be remembered. "Big deal" you say? Fair enough. Muhammad Ali has paid a price for being a legend punching people instead of flexing his muscles. Big deal.
But to him and countless of others it is. They both made a mark in this world. It's not always about living long.
I don't think he has any regrets.