[Alan Roehrich]

Health and age can be a problem, not sure how it applies to you.

I know at 51, some days I feel and see better than others. I don't see real changes in my performance at work, other than needing my reading glasses more. But I can see where I could.

If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or other problems, it can make a big difference. So can your over all mental and physical state.

Welding requires fine motor skills, excellent hand to eye coordination, and clear thinking. Anything that has even a small effect on any of those can have a big effect on welding.