RedefiningAging.US is a great believer in the benefit of being motivated to maintain health and fitness and Ross and Tammy are great examples of a couple who live out this truth. Ross started cycling at age 16 and motivated his wife Tammy to “Get Involved”, which is the theme of Redefining Aging and now they motivate each other.
Durward is a legion in the cycling community with some 17 USA National Championships, numerous Gold medals in National senior Games and State Championships. If you race with Durward your likely to be looking at his back.
Peter started swimming Back in High school then in college returning after retirement and has been a competitor at the senior Games for some 10 years. Now 80 Peter is a great example of "Redefining Aging" who is also a walker and doing home exercises.
Larry started swimming at age 70 so there's no excuse about being too old. You can see from the video that his Grandchildren are a great motivation and support group and Larry is a great example for them to follow.
Freida has had to deal with some enormous issues that would stifle the strongest of us. Those issues included the death of her son, depression, blood pressure problems, breast cancer, corporal tunnel, drinking, smoking, and weight but, as the fighter she is,...
Penny started swimming as a young girl and then returned in her mid-60s bringing her health and fitness as easily seen now in her 70's. Penny enjoys the Senior Games and knowing she will compete motivates her to train.
Della says "Everything is about choices and not making a choice IS a choice" Della was 215 lbs and lost 45 lbs with diet and exercise. Dealing with diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure and arthritis her choices have given her victory over all these issues.
Steve started young as an exceptional cyclist but left his passion and pursued life's challenges which resulted in weight gain, blood sugar issues, cholesterol problems, and liver problems. Rather than turning to drugs as a solution, Steve went back to his...