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Name: |
William |
Age: |
86 |
Location: |
Massachusetts |
Activity: |
Walking, Running, Water
Aerobics |
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An
Exercise Story
A
World War II veteran, I maintain an active lifestyle, enjoying
hiking, skiing, and running. I started road-race and track
competitions in my 60s, completed my only marathon (Boston) at age
67, and competed in many state senior games, as well as the Senior
Olympics. Now, in my later 80s, regular aquatic exercise is helping
me maintain strength and fitness. I wear a wet vest to keep
buoyant. Chin-ups and stretching on a water workout station help to
improve my upper body strength and flexibility. I exercise with bar
bells in the vertical position, and I can do more in the water than
I can on land for my abdominal strength and muscle balance. Deep
water running is an important part of my fitness program; this
full-body workout helps maintain my flexibility and stamina without
the trauma on my knees as with running on land.
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