Being in shape is over rated. That is why little guys hate fat guys. Being in shape does not matter for this sport one bit. I have not been in shape since March of 1992. I like it that way. I am glad you made GM. I must say I am a little curious as to why you would do it, but I am not liberal so it is ok with me.
I was trying to think of the last time I was "in shape." Then I realized I was 79 lbs., 3'11" in September of 1970 when I started kindergarten. I have never been "in shape."
However, I not believe this will aid me in my pursuit of GM classification.
I'm glad rvb made it, even though he's a lowdown, good for nuthin' EE.