There are no “small” wins here. Every victory counts. Those are essential examples of incremental progress, and recognizing them is super-important. We can get so lost when we focus strictly on the Big Prize that we get frustrated and want to quit. But lasting success is built one step at a time. Recognizing those steps […]
When Don Bryant, left, began his law enforcement career in 1978, he quickly learned how stressful the job could be. He also noticed that most officers had two main ways of coping. “They either worked out or they lifted 16-ouncers,” Don says. He chose powerlifting, and at 68, he’s still at it. This summer, Don […]
Dan King, 65, lives by the “use it or lose it” mantra. “If you’re not pushing yourself physically, you’re signaling your body to decay faster, to degrade faster, and I don’t want that,” Dan says. “I want this chassis to support everything I love to do for as long as possible.” Dan is one of […]
Liz Hopwood was planning to have hip-replacement surgery this spring. But now, she’s too strong and too busy for that. It’ll just have to wait – because Liz, 90, is pain-free and feeling great. She’s been working out twice a week with a trainer at a gym and almost every day at home. “The doctor […]
Two factors come into play when it comes to inspirational athletes: achievements and motivation. Consider Rita Hanscom, 70, who won the gold medal and set an American record in the pentathlon for women in her age group last month at the USA Track & Field Masters Indoor Championships in Florida. That’s the achievement. Here’s the […]
“Hey, Susan – want to go exercise later?” “No, thanks, Diane – but I’d love to get in some movement if you’re up for that.” Huh? What’s going on between these two friends? One wants to exercise, but the other is only interested in movement. What about “physical activity,” “training,” “keeping fit,” or any of […]
Malcolm Miller recalls clearly that he was driving with his wife, son, and two dogs in the car, stopping at a red light to enter the interstate, and then his wife saying, “Malcolm, go – the light turned green.” But that’s it. “I blacked out. I don’t remember anything,” Malcolm, now 64, says about the […]
Fit people make better lovers. It’s true at any age, even later in life. And it shouldn’t surprise anyone. If you’re stronger, more agile, and have better stamina, then chances are you’re going to have a more satisfying sex life – and help your partner have one, too. Scientific research backs this up. In one […]
Sergio and Debora met when they were 13. This summer, they’ll celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. Over the decades, they’ve raised three children, enjoyed successful careers, and spent as much time together as possible. And in the last 12 years, they have been dedicated to working out to stay strong and prevent health issues as they […]
Sometimes, when we’re stuck, it takes a loved one’s guidance to help us take the first step toward reaching a goal. It can be that way with fitness over 50, whether the loved one is a spouse, friend – or even an adult child. Fitness has a way of bringing people closer together. Take Sandy Bauer, 77, who […]
