Athlete, Actor, Activist. Damien Leake is a Triple Threat Breaking Barriers
Damien Leake is making his mark on the world as an actor, a civil rights activist, and the fastest man over 70 who has ever lived.
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DeEtte Sauer, 82-Year-Old Swimmer Who Lost 100 Pounds, Inspiring the Next Generation
DeEtte Sauer didn’t start swimming until she was in her 50’s. Since then, she’s lost more than 100 pounds and set multiple world records.
Beginner Archery Tips From a National Senior Games Champion
National Senior Games champion Jim Ploen, 93, shares beginner archery tips and encourages others to take aim at this sport that builds focus and confidence.
Diane Travis — Run, Bike, Run For Your Life
Diane Travis, 66, is a world and national champion in duathlons, a division of USA Triathlon. She’s one of the country’s most accomplished masters athletes and is active in her hometown, Clermont, FL.
Philipp Djang: A Fish Out of Water
Philipp Djang is one of the most decorated swimmers in National Senior Games history. How is he surviving life during the pandemic, which means the end of swim practices? Growing Bolder checks in with him to discuss this and more.
Heart of A Champion
In her 60s, Sharon Hernstadt went from a cardiac patient to a world powerlifting champion. Check out how she found the strength to inspire us all.
She’s 100 and Just Set a World Record
Proving that it’s never too late, Mieko Nagaoka became not only the fastest, but the first centenarian ever to swim 1,500 meters in a 25-meter pool.
Alex Rotas
Alex Rotas not only discovered a new hobby after her retirement, she discovered a passion that’s led to a whole new career. Find out what she’s learned about life by photographing athletes in their 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond.
Kay Glynn
After a 30-year layoff, this former college track star decided to get back into the competition. Did she ever! She’s now 56, grandmother of three, and holder of many national and even a world record!
Neil Gussman
For many breaking a bone in their body means no more physical activity. For Neil Gussman, who broke bones in his neck, ribs and numerous others in a biking accident, it meant coming back with a vengeance.
Terry Roach
Amazingly, senior athlete Terry Roach turned her major injuries into inspiration for competing. She’s a walking medical miracle that has overcome the worst to become the best.
Philippa Raschker
She’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.