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Jack LaLanne was so far ahead of his time, people thought he was nuts.

Jack LaLanne was so far ahead of his time, people thought he was nuts. Today, he's revered worldwide and he's still Growing Bolder.

At a time when people thought blacks lacked intelligence, skill, and courage, the Tuskegee Airmen proved them wrong -- fighting the enemy overseas and racism at home.

Andy was born with fetal alcohol syndrome 40 years ago. His adoptive and loving parents have always encouraged him to get involved in life and he has. He has a job and gets all around town on his beloved bicycle. So, imagine his despair when it was stolen

The secret to staying active is to find something you enjoy. Activity becomes passion, and that's really Growing Bolder.

Making changes in life is never easy. There can be all kinds of roadblocks along the path to Growing Bolder; the roadblocks of age, religion and race. Many back away from them, but others stand strong, Breaking Barriers for the rest of us to follow.

Staying active can keep you physically and socially engaged, adding quality to your life. But for more and more of us, that's just not enough. Leaving a legacy and finding a way to give back are some of the most rewarding ways of Growing Bolder.

No one's life is without setbacks. For many, Growing Bolder means facing up to challenges: relationship issues, battles with illness, financial struggles, basically standing up to face the unexpected head on. We call it Overcoming Obstacles.

Have you ever wanted to really experience America? Writer Colin Flaherty did so he quit his job and traveled cross-country for a year. He did it all relying on his thumb -- hitchhiking the entire way. He shares stories from the road.