What older athletes teach us about longevity

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What does it take to become an athlete at 70, 80, or even 90? Five older Americans prove that it's never too late to start and that exercising "is the most powerful drug for longevity." They've set goals, built community, and found purpose through sports such as swimming, track, table tennis, and powerlifting.

As a high school teacher, I see first hand how a lack of motivation can impact teens. Here's how parents can help them feel more inspired.

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'October theory' explains why fall is a better time for hitting your goals than New Year's

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22 valuable pieces of advice from graduation speeches through history

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Tim Cook speaks at Tulane University's commencement in 2019.

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This 'locked-in' risk management advisor gets his followers hyped about 'hammering spreadsheets' and quarterly meetings

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Davis Clarke has gained a following on social media thanks to his unfailingly positive content about the mundanities of everyday office life.

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I got addicted to an app that helped me turn my most ambitious goals into daily routines

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Turning your habits into a game can help motivate you, but it also comes with some downsides.

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5 ways to beat the blues and be productive when you just don't feel like it

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As the dead of winter sets in, the mornings are darker, the days are shorter, and you accept that the winter blues have taken their hold.

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