Inspiring Stories Archives - Senior Planet from AARP https://seniorplanet.org/category/inspiring-stories/ Aging With Attitude Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:26:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://seniorplanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/cropped-SYMBOL_RGB_RED-32x32.png Inspiring Stories Archives - Senior Planet from AARP https://seniorplanet.org/category/inspiring-stories/ 32 32 Inspiring Story: Michelle Bryan Harnessed the Internet to Retire Abroad https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-bryan-ecuador/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-bryan-ecuador/#comments Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:08:05 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=175739 Meet Michelle Bryan, who left the US for the first time ever in 2018 to retire in Ecuador and hasn't looked back since.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-bryan-ecuador/feed/ 1 Meet the Trainer: Sandra Goldstein https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sandra-goldstein/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sandra-goldstein/#comments Sat, 10 Aug 2024 10:59:24 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=175235 Meet Sandra, a Puerto Rican-born trainer with some 27 years of IT experience who loves reading and wilderness camping in her RV. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sandra-goldstein/feed/ 6 Tom, 72 – Life is Worth Living – Well https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tom-72-living-well/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tom-72-living-well/#respond Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:30:54 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=174035 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete — and American Ninja Warrior — Tom Simek, invites you to take the next step on your fitness journey and live life to the fullest!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-tom-72-living-well/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Linda Diane Murphy Spreads Mindfulness https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-murphy-mindfulness/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-murphy-mindfulness/#comments Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:28:31 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173879 Meet Linda Diane Murphy, spreading the word about mindful meditation by moderating the Mindful Engagement group on Senior Planet Community.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-murphy-mindfulness/feed/ 5 Meet the Trainer: Tina Wang https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-tina-wang/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-tina-wang/#comments Sat, 13 Jul 2024 10:56:13 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173065 Meet Tina, a Senior Planet trainer of Chair Yoga, swimming enthusiast and dance and movement artist with an MFA in Visual Arts. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-tina-wang/feed/ 3 Nancey, 63 – Pivot to Fitness https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-nancey-pivot/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-nancey-pivot/#comments Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:22:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173294 When you want to work out, but your body has other ideas, what do you do? Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Nancey Walker shares her key to movement and motivation.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-nancey-pivot/feed/ 2 Behind the Lens with Lola Flash https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creativity-lola-flash/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creativity-lola-flash/#comments Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:01:03 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169893 Lola Flash is an acclaimed portrait photographer whose work is at the forefront of gender queer politics, and most recently, about aging.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-creativity-lola-flash/feed/ 2 Inspiring Story: Phyllis Spencer, WNBA Dancer after 50 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-phyllis-wnba-dancer/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-phyllis-wnba-dancer/#comments Wed, 26 Jun 2024 15:41:47 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=171826 Meet Phyllis Spencer, a team captain of the Timeless Torches, the dance troupe of people over 40 who bring pep and spirit to the WNBA's Liberty team.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-phyllis-wnba-dancer/feed/ 1 Día de agradecimiento al entrenador https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dia-de-agradecimiento-al-entrenador/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dia-de-agradecimiento-al-entrenador/#respond Sat, 08 Jun 2024 18:00:27 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=173239 Nos encantan los entrenadores de Senior Planet, ¡y ellos a usted! ¡Conozca a algunos miembros de nuestro equipo de entrenadores y agregue a sus favoritos!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dia-de-agradecimiento-al-entrenador/feed/ 0 Trainer Appreciation Day https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-appreciation-day/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-appreciation-day/#respond Sat, 08 Jun 2024 10:40:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=171080 We love Senior Planet trainers - and they love you! Meet some of our trainer team and add your own favorites!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-appreciation-day/feed/ 0 Get Active – and Get Social! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-social-get-active/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-social-get-active/#comments Mon, 27 May 2024 10:18:10 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=170110 Senior Planet Sponsored athletes describe how getting active opened the door to new friendships, new experiences and improved performance.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-social-get-active/feed/ 1 Mary Taris, 60, is Publishing a Better Tomorrow https://seniorplanet.org/articles-mary-taris-publishing/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-mary-taris-publishing/#respond Thu, 23 May 2024 10:28:16 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=170459 Mary Taris, 60, aims to change the literary landscape to a more inclusive one through her Strive Publishing & Bookstore. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-mary-taris-publishing/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Andrew Walker and the Senior Games https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-andrew-walker/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-andrew-walker/#comments Wed, 22 May 2024 10:23:56 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=170522 Meet the Health and Well-being Director of the sporting event devoted to athletes age 50 and over!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-andrew-walker/feed/ 1 Meet the Trainer: Kevin Tsan https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-kevin-tsan/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-kevin-tsan/#respond Sat, 11 May 2024 10:51:06 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=170009 Kevin, brand new to Senior Planet, is bringing the Senior Planet curriculum to the Vietnamese-speaking population of Maryland!  

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-kevin-tsan/feed/ 0 Jan, 68 – Get on the Beat! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-jan-68-get-on-the-beat/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-jan-68-get-on-the-beat/#comments Thu, 09 May 2024 10:31:35 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169954 Covid and back problems halted Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Jan's fitness habit; indoor spin classes gave her new focus and a new career goal.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-jan-68-get-on-the-beat/feed/ 2 Nancey, 62 – Lift Something to Move Something https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nancey-62-lift-move/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nancey-62-lift-move/#comments Thu, 02 May 2024 13:33:38 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169632 Despite a 25-year battle with diabetes, Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Nancey Walker stays moving, motivated, and stronger than ever.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nancey-62-lift-move/feed/ 2 Tom, 71 – Back on Track https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-tom-71-back-on-track/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-tom-71-back-on-track/#respond Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:09:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=169388 Meet Tom Simek, who overcame several health challenges to become a 2024 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete — and a Ninja Warrior.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-tom-71-back-on-track/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Karen Birbeck Gets Social in Virtual Reality  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-karen-birbeck-gets-social/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-karen-birbeck-gets-social/#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:00:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=168717 Karen keeps in touch with friends and explores the universe in the virtual reality game, No Man’s Sky. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-karen-birbeck-gets-social/feed/ 2 Meet the Hotline Volunteers! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-volunteers/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-volunteers/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:45:03 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=168337 For Volunteer Appreciation Month, meet three older, tech-savvy adults on the Senior Planet Hotline volunteer team.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-volunteers/feed/ 5 Harold, 62 – Call It a Comeback https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-harold-62-comeback/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-harold-62-comeback/#comments Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:27:38 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=168608 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Harold Sanco shares how he bounced back into the fitness lifestyle after emergency back surgeries.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-harold-62-comeback/feed/ 5 Inspiring Story: Sheri A. Jones, Poll Inspector https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-sheri-a-jone/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-sheri-a-jone/#comments Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:40:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=167197 Sheri Jones, a Poll Inspector since 2015, discusses the role of tech, and why more seniors should consider applying for these seasonal, paid jobs.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-sheri-a-jone/feed/ 2 William, 66 – No Limits! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-william-66-no-limits/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-william-66-no-limits/#comments Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:49:48 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=167076 After receiving a serious diagnosis from his doctor, Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete William Lee rekindled a passion for fitness that had been dormant since his days in the Army.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-william-66-no-limits/feed/ 6 Meet the Trainer: Umme Mahmud https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-umme-mahmud/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-umme-mahmud/#comments Sat, 09 Mar 2024 11:47:55 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=166711 Meet Umme Mahmud— a Senior Planet trainer in NYC with a passion for helping people reach their goals!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-umme-mahmud/feed/ 3 Inspiring Story: Jean Dublin, 70, Walking Club Volunteer https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jean-dublin/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jean-dublin/#comments Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:45:55 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=166321 Jean Dublin, 70, is a Senior Planet participant turned volunteer who leads a weekly meditation class at the Senior Planet Center in NYC and leads its walking club.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jean-dublin/feed/ 6 Meet the Trainer: Sue-May Lin https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sue-may-lin/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sue-may-lin/#comments Sat, 10 Feb 2024 11:30:52 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=165679 Meet Sue-May Lin — a Senior Planet trainer in California who makes artisanal chocolates in her free time — and learn how she's celebrating Lunar New Year!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-sue-may-lin/feed/ 3 Introducing the 2024 Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes https://seniorplanet.org/articles-introducing-2024-sponsored-athletes/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-introducing-2024-sponsored-athletes/#comments Mon, 29 Jan 2024 11:00:20 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=164889 Meet the newest Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes and be inspired by their stories of transformation and triumph!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-introducing-2024-sponsored-athletes/feed/ 12 Don Schoendorfer’s Mission of Mobility https://seniorplanet.org/articles-schoendorfer-mobility/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-schoendorfer-mobility/#comments Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:26:52 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=163476 Read the stirring story of an MIT engineer's life-changing trip to Africa - and how his invention and his mission is bringing mobility to the world.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-schoendorfer-mobility/feed/ 1 Inspiring Story: Risa Page, 66, CES Correspondent https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-risa-page/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-risa-page/#respond Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:18:49 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=164451 Meet Risa Page, 66, Senior Planet's CES correspondent!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-risa-page/feed/ 0 Meet the Trainer: Johnny Hernandez https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-johnny-hernandez/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-johnny-hernandez/#comments Sat, 13 Jan 2024 11:18:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=163913 Meet Johnny Hernandez, a Senior Planet trainer in San Antonio who marches to the beat of his own drum with his band, the Shady Blades.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-johnny-hernandez/feed/ 10 We Can Do Anything: Sponsored Athletes 2023 Wrap-Up https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-2023-wrap-up/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-2023-wrap-up/#comments Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:24:33 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=164078 The 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes share their favorite moments from the program and leave the community with some lasting fitness advice.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athletes-2023-wrap-up/feed/ 2 Inspiring Story: Susan Auslander, 89, Solar Champion https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-susan-auslander/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-susan-auslander/#comments Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:27:14 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=162437 Meet Susan Auslander, 89, a solar champion in her community, as she reveals how she did it - and her childhood encounter with Eleanor Roosevelt. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-susan-auslander/feed/ 3 Meet the Trainer: Nathan Swan https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-nathan-swan/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-nathan-swan/#comments Sat, 09 Dec 2023 11:59:20 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=162134 Meet Nathan Swan, a Senior Planet trainer in the North Country with a fondness for coffee and funny cat memes.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-nathan-swan/feed/ 4 Janice Malone – Opening Vivian’s Door for Black Businesses https://seniorplanet.org/articles-opening-vivians-door/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-opening-vivians-door/#respond Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:07:04 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=161466 Purpose Prize winner Janice Malone talks about how Vivian's Door is opening the way to prosperity for Black small business owners in Alabama.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-opening-vivians-door/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Lauren Kingsland, 68 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-lauren-kingsland/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-lauren-kingsland/#comments Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:56:32 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=161480 Senior Planet checks in with Lauren Kingsland about how technology keeps her connected to quilting communities around the world.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-lauren-kingsland/feed/ 4 Call for Entries: Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete 2024! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athlete-2024-entries/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athlete-2024-entries/#comments Mon, 13 Nov 2023 21:37:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=161427 Could you be the next Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete? Read about this exciting opportunity to share your fitness lifestyle!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sponsored-athlete-2024-entries/feed/ 1 Meet the Trainer: Andrea Hancock https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-andrea-hancock/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-andrea-hancock/#comments Sat, 11 Nov 2023 11:11:18 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=160489 Andrea Hancock is all about spreading joy - as cabaret style entertainer “Seniorita Sunshine” and as a Senior Planet trainer.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-andrea-hancock/feed/ 4 Della, 64: The Four Pillars of Health and Fitness https://seniorplanet.org/articles-della-64-pillars-health-fitness/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-della-64-pillars-health-fitness/#comments Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:14:45 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=160784 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Della Adams describes the essentials of her fitness regimen — with some surprising details. Stay tuned for her talk on Nov. 15!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-della-64-pillars-health-fitness/feed/ 4 Inspiring Story: Maggie Rothwell, 61 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-rothwell/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-rothwell/#comments Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:05:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=159685 Senior Planet checks in with Maggie Rothwell, host of Senior Planet Open Mic, about the power of sharing music and how to tackle performance nerves.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-rothwell/feed/ 6 A Recipe for Second Chances: Robert Perez https://seniorplanet.org/articles-robert-perez/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-robert-perez/#respond Thu, 19 Oct 2023 10:46:44 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=159296 In Kentucky, Rob Perez' DV8 Kitchen serves delicious meals, baked goods - and second chance employment to those in the early stages of recovery.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-robert-perez/feed/ 0 Conozca al nuevo Director del Centro: Cesar Mendez Rijo https://seniorplanet.org/articles-conozca-al-nuevo-director-cesar/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-conozca-al-nuevo-director-cesar/#comments Sat, 14 Oct 2023 15:49:05 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=160083 En enero, Senior Planet abrirá un nuevo centro en Miami. Conozca al nuevo Director del Centro de Miami: Cesar Mendez Rijo.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-conozca-al-nuevo-director-cesar/feed/ 9 Meet the New Center Manager: Cesar Mendez Rijo https://seniorplanet.org/articles-cesar-mendez-rijo/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-cesar-mendez-rijo/#comments Sat, 14 Oct 2023 10:16:34 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=158637 In January, Senior Planet will open a brand-new center - in Miami! Meet the new Miami Center Manager: Cesar Mendez Rijo.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-cesar-mendez-rijo/feed/ 6 Kathy, 73: From “I Can’t” to “I Can!” – Three Activities Seniors Can Do https://seniorplanet.org/articles-kathy-73-exercises-for-seniors/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-kathy-73-exercises-for-seniors/#comments Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:41:08 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=159260 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Kathy Molloy shares some of her favorite exercises that anyone can try.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-kathy-73-exercises-for-seniors/feed/ 5 Inspiring Story: Bob McLean, 69 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-bob-mclean-69/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-bob-mclean-69/#comments Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:43:48 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=156736 After retiring six years ago, Bob McLean finally had time to do something he’d always dreamed of: become bilingual. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-bob-mclean-69/feed/ 2 Richard, 71: Mobilize and Revitalize https://seniorplanet.org/articles-spsa-richard-71-mobilize-and-revitalize/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-spsa-richard-71-mobilize-and-revitalize/#comments Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:53:10 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=156370 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Richard Westbrook explains how spending 10 minutes on mobility each day can alleviate joint pain for runners and non-runners alike.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-spsa-richard-71-mobilize-and-revitalize/feed/ 1 Meet the Trainer: Brian Rapsey https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-rapsey/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-rapsey/#comments Sat, 09 Sep 2023 13:02:29 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=155595 When Brian Rapsey joined Senior Planet from AARP, he instantly fell in love with teaching technology to older adults.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-rapsey/feed/ 8 Historia inspiradora: Anthony Burton, de 64 años https://seniorplanet.org/articles-historia-inspiradora-anthony-burton-de-64-anos/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-historia-inspiradora-anthony-burton-de-64-anos/#respond Wed, 23 Aug 2023 17:46:39 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=157712 Anthony Burton, jubilado y artista, comparte cómo la clase Morning Stretch (Estiramiento matutino) de Senior Planet mejoró su salud... y su perspectiva.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-historia-inspiradora-anthony-burton-de-64-anos/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Anthony Burton, 64 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-anthony-burton/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-anthony-burton/#comments Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:37:28 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=154784 Anthony Burton, retiree and artist, shares how Senior Planet's Morning Stretch improved his health...and his outlook.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-anthony-burton/feed/ 10 Gerry, 75: Tips for Healthy Cooking and Eating https://seniorplanet.org/articles-gerry-75-tips-for-healthy-cooking-and-eating/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-gerry-75-tips-for-healthy-cooking-and-eating/#comments Thu, 17 Aug 2023 15:01:43 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=154787 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Gerry Smith shares her top tips for healthy food shopping, cooking, and eating.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-gerry-75-tips-for-healthy-cooking-and-eating/feed/ 7 Meet the Trainer: Debbie Peebles  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-debbie-peebles/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-debbie-peebles/#comments Sat, 12 Aug 2023 10:36:59 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=154328 Senior Planet trainer Debbie Peebles, a scuba diver and tap dancer in Colorado, decided retirement wasn't for her.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-debbie-peebles/feed/ 1 Inspiring Stories: Alice Shields’ Electronic Opera https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-alice-shields/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-alice-shields/#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:19:47 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=153548 While fighting misogyny in the classical composition world, Senior Planet participant Alice Shields paved a new road in electronic music.

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