GB Items Related to Tag - 100
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Centenarian Project100 isn't what it used to be. Or what it's going to be.
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Dr. Alexa Fleckenstein and Roanne WeismanLiving to 100 isn’t as hard as you think it is.
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Dr. Thomas PerlsDr. Thomas Perls is one of the world's top experts on centenarians. Find out the secrets to a long, healthy life.
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Can You Live to 100? Would You Want To?Ready or not the age of the centenarian is here. There are about 70,000 centenarians in the U.S. and within 45 years there will be more than 1 million. Find out how you can one day blow out 100 candles.
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Charles ModlinSuper-stud Charles Modlin smashed records at the National Senior Games and he's just getting started.
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Dr. Margery SilverOne of the world's leading experts on longevity teaches from her own experiences.
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Brent WeignerBrent Weigner's passion for pushing his body's limits in ultra-marathons has taken him to every continent on the planet, including a race at the North Pole.
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Thank YouHello, My daughters name is Dawn Casteen. And My granddaughters name is, Taylor Casteen, and I they recently entered a contest for Family Circle Magazine. The winner will receive a trip to NY for a makeover and a photo shoot for the magazine...
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The Lesson of Ruth1898Throughout 99% of human history, the average life expectancy was less than 18 years. That's changing.
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Today's Buzz: Tuesday, February 12, 2008It's not quite Super Tuesday but all eyes are on today's Potomac Primaries -- Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. Plus, a new study says you might live to be 100. Really. That and more in today's cup of GB News Brew.
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Dr. Robert ButlerBack in the 1960s, while people were still speaking out against racism and women were fighting for their rights, Dr. Robert Butler was fighting for a group people didn't really pay much attention to: the elderly.
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Marshall UlrichFor a man who has run over 100 marathons at least 100 miles long each and climbed to the top of all the seven summits of the world, it's hard to believe Marshall Ulrich was a bit of a coach potatoes until he was almost 30.
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Making a Racquet, Having a BallThe 100 best racquetball players from 23 states recently descended upon Orlando, Fla., for the Seniors/Masters National Racquetball Championship. The ladies came to whack a little ball, talk a little smack and smash a few stereotypes along the way.
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The Older You Get, The Healthier You've Been
Dr. Thomas Perls is head of The New England Centenarian Study (NECS), the largest comprehensive study of centenarians in the world. The NECS believes that centenarians are a select group of people who have either markedly delayed or entirely escaped dis
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Living to 100 Can Be Easy As CakeHitting the big 1-0-0 mark can be easier than most of us think. Experts say if you follow three simple tips you may see yourself blowing out the candles on your 100th birthday cake!
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Four Questions With: Guy KawasakiThe fastest-growing group of new entrepreneurs is baby boomers. So we sat down with Guy Kawasaki, an early-stage venture capitalist, author of "The Art of the Start," and one of the top 100 bloggers in the world.
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Mario MartinezSure, you know genetics and your life habits are important factors in living a long life, but have you considered the importance of your thoughts? Clinical psychologist Dr. Mario Martinez thinks it's a crucial component of healthy aging.
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Happy 6th Anniversary Lake Ashton!Just 6 short years ago Lake Ashton was just a dream - one person’s vision. The developer saw the potential of 1200 acres of beautiful Central Florida land on the serene waters of Lake Ashton in peaceful Lake Wales. In that short period...
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Top 100 Singers in Rock and Roll HistoryCan you name the top 100 singers in rock and roll history? It's a tough job, because not all of the best singers are necessarily the most financially successful, and each person you ask might come up with a completely different list! But Rolling Stone...
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Boomer's Buzz: Thursday, May 8, 2008Today's Buzz: Clinton vows to battle on with time and options running out, Olympic flame summits Everest, UN relief plane reaches Myanmar, $100 fill-ups arrive at gas pumps, and more.
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Can You Live to 100?Would You Want to Live to 100?
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Barbara WaltersBorn: September 25, 1929
Journalist and media personality. She co-hosted 20/20 for 25 years and, in the 1970s, was the first female co-anchor of a network evening-news show. -
Get Fit, Become a Better DriverCan exercise make you a better driver? If you're putting off getting in shape, there are other reasons to hit the gym than just dropping a few unwanted pounds.
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Jack KerouacIn September 1957, Jack Kerouac's most famous book, "On the Road," made him a national sensation. Fans of his work might imagine him living in cultural bastions such as San Francisco's North Beach or Greenwich Village in New York City. In truth,...
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Triple Digits?Throughout 99% of human history, the average life expectancy was less than 18 years. That’s changing. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are now 80,000 centenarians in the United States, and that number is projected to increase seven-fold, to...
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Boomer's Buzz: Sunday, March 2, 2008
The Sunday Edition of the NY times or Boomer's Daily Buzz? That's a tough one. In today's Buzz: Hillary drops in on SNL, Ahmadinejad drops in on Iraq, Harry's home and not happy about it, the earth as you've never seen it, and eco-power -- fab or folly?
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Eliminate Body Odor NaturallyConcerned about the chemicals in deodorants? Do you have sensitive skin? Fragrances bother you? You may want to try natural deodorants and avoid the harsh ingredients that are included in most commercial anti-perspirants. Botanic Choice offers 3...
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Robert SullivanAuthor and Editorial Director of Life Books, Robert Sullivan has written a book that could literally be anyone's dream. He's compiled 100 of the world's best vacation destinations and the cover is only a glimpse of what's inside.
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Boomer's Buzz: Tuesday, April 1, 2008
In today's Buzz: The top 100 April Fools' pranks of all time, mouth-to-mouth is out, Kathie Lee is back, 84-year-old Senator runs for another 6-year term, foods that heal, the world's worst intersections, maybe the worst promotional video ever, and more.
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Andora QuinbyMany people take up new sports in their better years, but after turning 78, one woman decided to take up weightlifting.
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World's Oldest Woman DiesThe world's oldest woman, Edna Parker, died Wednesday in Shelbyville, Indiana. She was 115 years old. Parker, a former Indiana schoolteacher, was one of the 15 longest lived people ever.
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Gordy ShieldsCalifornian Gordy Shields is living proof that it's never too late to excel at whatever it is you enjoy and that anyone can overcome almost anything.
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5 Ways to Live to 100More experts believe any of us can reach the century mark. Find out how.
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My First CarI didn't have my own car until after I graduated from high school in 1953. It was either the bus or my dad's car, which was a nice new 1952 Mercury Monterey. We moved to 54th and University during my senior year, so I used the bus a lot in...
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Irv GordonThink you've got a reliable car? We found someone who has put an amazing 2.6 million miles on his Volvo! Find out how.
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Stupid QuotesEven smart people say stupid things. But that doesn't mean we can't laugh about it. Check out and add to our growing collection of really stupid quotes.
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Philippa RaschkerShe's the greatest female athlete in the world over the age of 60, and some say she may be the greatest female athlete of all time.
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Two very experienced Senior Games athletesHow many times do you have the opportunity to talk to someone who is 102 years old? I had that pleasure when I called to check in on John Donnelly, my favorite over-100 years old athlete. His first comment to me was if we had created a 100-105 year...
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World's Oldest Woman Had Normal BrainA Dutch woman who reached 115 years of age and remained mentally sharp throughout life had a healthy brain when she died. The new study suggests Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are not inevitable, as had been suspected.
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Dara Torres' SecretDara Torres is one of the most talked about Olympians these days. Mostly because she's over 40 and still rockin' it. But also because of this one, big secret.
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Sandy YagudaLegendary rock star and founding member of the band Jay and the Americans, Sandy Yaguda, is having fun bringing his band back to life.
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Matt GouldingDon't touch that fork! Before you go hunting down fast food restaurants for lunch, Matt Goulding, the food and nutrition editor at Men's Health Magazine, has some scary facts about your favorite foods.
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Picture of The Day: June 1The sacred city of Machu Picchu, Peru.
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How to Become A Lifelong LearnerThe modern era is generally considered to have started in 1500 A.D. with the start of the printing press. From 1500 to 1830, all known knowledge doubled. From 1830 to 1930, all known knowledge doubled again. A few years ago, all known knowledge was...
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The Intergenerational Smackdown
In this corner … we have the men and women in the 55+ age category, representing the Villages Aquatic Swim Team. Wearing dark swim suits and yellow swim caps, the swimmers weigh in between 100 and 300 pounds, and come ready to rock. They cheer: "this...
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The Fifth TasteI asked the group in the last blog if anyone knew what the fifth flavor was....As you may remember, the first four are sour, sweet, salty and bitter. The Fifth taste ( not to be confused with the Fifth Element, a movie with Bruce Willis) is called...
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Never Too LateIf you ever think opportunity has passed you by, take a moment and look at this list. Here's proof the best is still ahead.
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Dara Torres Secret Revealed
Thank goodness for people with money, fame and desire. They're the ones who show the rest of us what's possible. In 1991, NBA superstar Magic Johnson announced that he had HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. We all thought Magic was going to die. 17 years...
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Living for Today
When I read that someone who is healthy, active, ambitious and inspirational has died – like an actress, or a sports star – I'm instantly saddened. And that was my initial reaction when I saw that Dave Freeman had died in a freak...
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Picture of the Day and Birthdays for June 27
Real Estate prices are dropping. It could be a great time to buy. But wait until you see what a cozy little pad in Brooklyn will set you back. Check the photos. Gasp at the price.
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Growing Bolder Receives 2008 Senior Vision Media AwardThe Growing Bolder Media Group is the winner of the 2008 Senior Vision Media Award, presented by the Florida Council on Aging. President and CEO Marc Middleton accepted the award on behalf of the Growing Bolder team.
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The 20 Worst Foods in AmericaIt's what America is talking about -- Matt Goulding's list of the 20 worst foods in America. The list is part of Goulding's new book, "Eat This Not That!" Read the list and then listen to the interview because we talked to Goulding on GB Radio.
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Masters Sport Stars
Older is bolder. Check out our interviews with many of the top masters athletes in the world. These men and women are having the best times of their lives as they turn in the best times of their lives.
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Challenge: Lose 1 Million Pounds
If your New Year's resolution is to lose weight, you're in good company. A study by the U.S. government finds that it's the number one vow that Americans make at midnight on December 31st. Paying off debts, saving money and getting a better job come in...
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Update -- No Surgery for ShieldsGordy Shields, who at the age of 90 is one of the boldest of all the members of Growing Bolder, was forced to postpone surgery for a back problem that's been plaguing him for over a decade.
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Without a Transplant, They'll Die
Several ago Ardell Lein was sleeping 18 hours a day. He was so weak he had to crawl up the steps to his bedroom. "I couldn't even help my wife carry groceries into the house," he remembers. Ardell suffered from congestive heart failure and when his...
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Most Troubling Example of Ageism?
Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.