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All World’s Oldest Stories

World’s Oldest

We never do an interview with someone just because they are old. But if they hold a record as the world’s oldest anything, we interview them to learn about the passion that’s kept them alive.

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Farewell Julia : The Lasting Legacy of Julia Hawkins

Julia Hawkins will be remembered for her record-setting-runs in her 100s, but her life legacy is so much more than running.

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  • Sports

The 72-Year-Old American Ninja Warrior

Meet Ginny MacColl, the oldest woman to complete a challenge on American Ninja Warrior, inspiring others to achieve their dreams.

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  • Fitness

Jumping For Joy…And The Record Books

85-year-old Maria Yegella recently made a solo jump to become the world’s oldest active skydiver.

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Watch: Two Fastest 100-Year-Old Runners in the World Break Records

Julia Hawkins, 105, and Diane Friedman, 100, both broke records in 2021 to become the two fastest centenarians in the world.

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  • Health

91-Year-Old Yoga Instructor Adela Choquet Stretches the Limits on Flexibility

91-year-old yoga instructor Adela Choquet stretches the limits on flexibilty as we age. She is proof that it is never too late to improve our health!

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  • Rock Stars of Aging

The Story of Ruth, Once the World’s Oldest Blogger

It’s hard to say that a 109-year-old died too soon. But Ruth Hamilton was always up for new adventures. It’s why she became the world’s oldest blogger. You’ll be touched by her story and her legacy.

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Nola Ochs

Nola Ochs didn’t set out to make history but that’s exactly what she did. At 95 she became the oldest person ever to graduate from college!

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