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A former pro athlete thought the high peaks were out of reach after double-knee replacement surgeries. He was wrong.

Jeanne Stawiecki is living proof that it's never too late to dramatically change your life. Find out what motivated her to become the oldest woman to climb the world's seven tallest mountains, including Mount Everest.

Just five years ago, Don Healy was a 60-year-old couch potato who'd never exercised in his life. Now, he has reached the top of the world -- with an artificial hip.

He was given a death sentence at 16. Against all odds, he survived, and he figured if he could beat cancer twice he would never be afraid again.

Talk about taking their mother-daughter relationship to a whole new level! Two Aussies have become the first mother-daughter team to reach the top of Mount Everest.

Sir Edmund Hillary, the New Zealander beekeeper who was the first person to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died. His brave act has inspired countless others to reach for the heights. We introduce you to three courageous climbers.

Many try -- not all succeed. But it seems that these days, the biggest names in mountain climbing are people over the age of 50! In fact, a group of 70-year-olds is hoping to smash the record for climbing Mount Everest.

The fact that this three-time cancer survivor is even alive is amazing. But wait until you hear how he's taking other survivors to the top of the world to give everyone hope. You'll learn just how big of a difference one person can make.

As Chief Running Officer for Runner's World magazine, it's Bart Yasso's job to travel the world finding the most unusual and arduous races. His adventures and passion for the sport will inspire you to lace up your shoes, no matter what shape you're in.

The Guinness Book of World Records has recognized 57-year-old Jeanne Stawiecki for two amazing feats. Even more amazing, when you consider what her life was like at the age of 40.