Achieving your dreams is possible at any stage of life. Don\u2019t believe us? From a 65-year-old\u00a0who\u2019s setting records for open water swimming, to an 80-year-old who conquered Mount Everest, we\u2019ve found 10 of the most adventurous and active \u201cseniors.” And they’re\u00a0still accomplishing jaw-dropping feats. These courageous athletes, who are all past the so-called \u201cprime of life,\u201d truly make age seem like just a number.<\/p>\n
Though some people give up sports after high school or college, more and more adults are seeking out healthy competition. From\u00a0road races to\u00a0marathons<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0triathlons<\/a>, many are finding ways to\u00a0stay active and motivated as they age. The athletes we\u2019ve found \u2014 some who have lived through the Great Depression, World War II and the Civil Rights movement \u2014 prove that health and fitness don\u2019t have an age. With purpose and dedication, they\u2019re dismissing boundaries and showing the world that speed, strength, athleticism and passion don\u2019t have to fade as the years pass.<\/p>\n