The first woman to complete the Boston Marathon is now 78 and runs most days. She shared 3 tips for getting fit at any age.

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In 1967, Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon. A race official tried to stop her (right).

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A 95-year-old who plays golf and volunteers shares her tips for health and happiness

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At 95, Sally Froelich is active and plays golf three times a week.

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A 90-year-old comedian still does gigs and plays golf. She shared her secrets for staying fit and funny.

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D'yan Forest onstage. She's still performing at 90.

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A sports medicine doctor shares 3 things she does to maintain muscle and stay active as she grows older

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Dr. Vonda Wright follows the healthy aging advice she gives to patients.

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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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The human life span may have finally plateaued. Here's what you can do to optimize your chances for a long life — and what researchers are working on next.

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Someone lighting candles shaped like the number 100, in front of an older lady.
Genes and chance are a big part of living to 100, but lifestyle factors can play a role.

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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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A 97-year-old Holocaust survivor and psychologist has just written her third book. She shares how resilience has helped her live a long and joyful life.

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Dr. Edith Eger seated on a couch, smiling.
Dr. Edith Eger was sent to the Nazi death camp Auschwitz when she was 16.

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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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The world's oldest person just died at 117 with a clean bill of health. Here are her 5 longevity tips.

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Longeviquest centenarian experts with María Branyas Morera, who was the oldest living person in the world before she died.

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