A 101-year-old former doctor who worked until he was 85 shared his 3 longevity secrets — including eating sardines

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101-year-old William sat in an armchair.
William is 101 years old and still exercises every day.

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I'm a Gen Z venture capitalist who felt lonely working from home. I started ballroom dancing despite feeling nervous and it changed my life.

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Charlott Page in a blue sparkly dress, competing at a ballroom competition with her coach Gian DiFranco.
Charlotte Page took up ballroom dancing earlier this year. It's improved her physical and mental health, and allowed her to make many friends.

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A busy dad who got fit at 75 is now 96 and cycles daily. He shared 3 tips for getting into exercise at any age.

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Jack Eckenrode competed in the 2023 National Senior Games, winning five medals for cycling.

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I met my husband in a gym class. 14 years later, our love of fitness has made us better parents and a stronger couple.

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The author, left, and her husband connect over fitness.

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I used to hate running but loved weight-lifting. Here's how I finally made jogging a habit I enjoy and embraced hybrid training.

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After years of regular strength training and avoiding running, Rachel Hosie is finally getting into jogging.

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A 90-year-old who started cycling at 65 still takes regular spin classes. His four longevity tips include having a positive attitude.

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Frank Ellis in a yellow Tour de France jersey with a flag and picture of the competition on the wall behind him.
Frank Ellis had a Tour de France-themed party for his 90th birthday this year.

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I've been a Pilates instructor for 12 years. Here are the 5 most common mistakes I see clients make during their first few classes.

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Daniela does a lunge on a Pilates reformer in an empty studio.
I've been teaching Pilates classes for 12 years.

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The 1 fitness supplement worth taking to burn fat and build muscle, according to science

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Creatine is one of the most researched fitness supplements on the market. it offers a lot of value for its low costs, according to trainers and sports nutritionists.

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Do you need a glucose monitor? Wellness enthusiasts are using diabetes arm patches to take control of their blood sugar

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An athlete in a bike helmet and jersey wearing a continuous glucose monitor, a small black patch, and holding her cell phone nearby to check her blood sugar.
Tracey Jacobs, an elite cyclist, said tracking her blood sugar with a continuous glucose monitor helped her improve her performance and reduce fatigue while training.

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Being flexible can actually help you live longer, scientists say. Here's why.

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Better flexibility is linked to a lower risk of dying early, new research suggests. Exercises like yoga could help.

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