The Fountain of Youth
There really is a Fountain of Youth, kind of. What’s generally referred to as Masters Sports, are changing everything we thought we knew about aging and vitality.
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Fountain of Youth
Do you want to know what the fountain of youth is? It’s regular exercise, socialization, prioritizing your mental and spiritual health and pursuing passions that keep you engaged in life. It’s not about age; it’s about attitude.
Speeding Up Instead of Slowing Down
At 71 years old, John Komoroske is in the best shape of his life. The best part? He believes you can do it too.
101-Year-Old Runner Orville Rogers: Never Give Up
At the age of 50, retired pilot Orville Rogers began running for the first time. In 2008, at age 90, he entered his first national championship and the rest is history. Literally. Once he started running, he quickly set nearly 20 world records and now holds nearly every American and world record in both the 90-94 and 95-99 year old age groups.
The Jersey Boys: Walking on Water
“The Jersey Boys,” as they call themselves, say they’re powered by passion — and a love of walking on water. This group of barefoot water skiiers includes a retired medical oncologist, family physician, railroad worker and master plumber, ranging in age from mid-50s to late-70s. Their backgrounds are varied but their goal is the same: to keep Growing Bolder.
Ann Kahl: The Health-Wealth Connection
Ann Kahl says her health insurance is on her feet — in the form of running shoes! She motivates and inspires everyone around her, and it’s a story we can all learn from. See what Ann says about the health-wealth connection.
George Etzweiler
Each year for the past 13 years, George Etzweiler has taken on the challenging 7-mile Mount Washington Road Race, which takes runners to a height of 4,700 feet. And each year he sets another record. We get this amazing 98-year-old to slow down long enough to share his secrets of active longevity.
A Lifelong Teacher’s Lessons on Making Friends, Staying Healthy
When an illness forced career educator Nan Druskin into an early retirement, she worried how she’d spend her days. Fortunately, she discovered a new passion — engaging with new people at her local community center. Now, she not only improves her body with daily workouts at the center, she’s found a strong, robust social circle she never imagined existed.
“I Have to Pinch Myself Sometimes”: Rowdy Gaines’ Exclusive Interview With Growing Bolder
“I’m more comfortable being in the water than on the land,” Rowdy Gaines tells Growing Bolder in an exclusive sit-down interview, shortly after the world premiere of the new film Rowdy. That passion is at the heart of Rowdy, which is produced by television veteran Hannah Storm and her company Brainstormin’ Productions and will air on SEC Network.
Navy SEAL Rory O’Connor Inspires Through Extreme Recovery
Rory O’Connor struggled with degenerative disc disease in his lower back since childhood, living in nearly constant pain for decades — especially during two tours of duty with the Navy SEALS. He finally found hope when he heard about Dr. Robert Masson, founder of Masson Spine Institute and medical director for Growing Bolder.
Hackman in the Hall
After more than 50 years and eight nominations, David Hackett has taken his rightful place in the Skateboarding Hall of Fame. And Growing Bolder was there for the induction ceremony and celebration.
Hackman for the Hall!
Surfer-turned-skateboarder David Hackett is an innovator, a risk-taker and a game-changer. He’s a cultural icon and a positive force in the lives of so many, and soon he may have a new title: Skateboarding Hall of Famer. Read the letter Growing Bolder’s Marc Middleton wrote on Hackett’s behalf and find out why we think he belongs in the Hall of Fame.
Get a Feeling You’ve Never Had Before
Quin Bommelje and her partner Misha kicked off the 2017 Del Webb Sunbridge Growing Bolder® Awards, presented by Senior Resource Alliance and the Winter Park Health Foundation, with a stunning performance, taking the stage to kick off a celebration of men and women who are smashing stereotypes and confronting ageism.