Are you a Slowpoke Diva age 50 or better with dreams of participating in a triathlon at the National Senior Games but some part of your body won't play well with one of the three sports? Here's some great news from the National Senior Games! The following is from the email announcement dated Sept. 21, 2018: "[The organization] is pleased to announce plans to add triathlon … [Read more...] about Triathlon Relay to be Open Sport at 2019 National Senior Games
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Finishing Last: Your Winning Moment
Autumn in the Las Vegas means morning temperatures in upper 70s, low 100s in the late afternoon, shorter hours of daylight, and fresh squashes and pumpkins in grocery stores. I'm so eager to get outside again in the cool morning hours for my walks and bike rides. During the summer, I prefer treadmill workouts at the gym or indoor bike trainer sessions in my living room. Air … [Read more...] about Finishing Last: Your Winning Moment
Hiking for Beginners: Perspectives from a 50-Something-Year-Old Who Set, Achieved Her Mount Everest Dream
In her guest post, "What's Your Summit?", hiker and climber Karen Whelan shared her seven-year journey toward achieving her dream of climbing Mount Everest amid the twists and turns of living a full life. Wanting to know her thoughts about where, how, and why we, too, could experience our own hiking adventures, I asked Karen via email several questions to give us an idea of how … [Read more...] about Hiking for Beginners: Perspectives from a 50-Something-Year-Old Who Set, Achieved Her Mount Everest Dream
Watch: “Race Walking vs. Power Walking: An In-Depth Comparison”
Video: "Race Walking vs. Power Walking: An In-Depth Comparison" You've probably heard how walking is one of the best ways to lose weight and improve your overall fitness and health. But did you know that race walking and power walking can increase those benefits and stoke your competitive spirit as well! In this "Race Walking vs. Power Walking: An In-Depth Comparison" video, … [Read more...] about Watch: “Race Walking vs. Power Walking: An In-Depth Comparison”
Listen Now: “You’re Never Too Old or Too Out of Shape to Lead an Active Lifestyle”
Listen Now: "You're Never Too Old or Too Out of Shape to Lead an Active Lifestyle" Wondering if you're too old or out of shape to live a healthier, more active lifestyle? I discuss that topic with Kim Peek, host of the new "Power Up Your Performance" podcast including how I got started on my fitness and sports journey and my views about aging and being active. Thank you … [Read more...] about Listen Now: “You’re Never Too Old or Too Out of Shape to Lead an Active Lifestyle”