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Octogenarians stories that inspire us

73-year-old woman scaling Everest proves you can age well

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

Wimmer Dara Torres, 45, is still sprinting in the pool;  she aims to qualify for her sixth Olympics. Tamae Watanabe of Japan poses at a base camp at the foot of Mount Everest in 2002. Earlier this month she smashed … Continue reading →

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World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh, 101, reveals secret to longevity

Posted on May 25, 2012 by

The world’s oldest marathon runner has marked National Vegetarian Week by revealing that his no meat diet is the key to his health and longevity. Fauja Singh, 101, of Goodmayes completed nine marathons in the past 12 years, with the … Continue reading →

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The art of ageing gracefully: New York’s most glamorous grannies inspire book dedicated to senior style

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

A hit fashion blog that pays homage to the style of older women has been turned into a book. Advanced Style, which is to be published next week, is a collection of street style photographs and interviews of the elegant, … Continue reading →

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Laughter and longevity go hand-in-hand

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

The secret is out. The key to a long-lasting relationship is an indomitable sense of humour. Maurice and Pauline Stiles celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary on April 30 and say when it comes to sticking it out together, a sense … Continue reading →

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80 is the new 50

Posted on April 30, 2012 by

80 is the new 50: City seniors are not the retiring type: Census data While people older than 75 make up just 1% of the nation’s workforce, that age group accounts for the most dramatic rise in employment — a … Continue reading →

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102 World War 11 Veteran keeps doing good deeds

Posted on April 30, 2012 by

At 102, female WWII veteran keeps doing good deeds Bea Abrams Cohen has worked for more than seven decades supporting philanthropic organizations and the U.S. military   Bea Abrams Cohen, who immigrated to the U.S. in 1920 and lives in … Continue reading →

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