Sister Madonna Buder
She’s been called the Iron Nun and the Nun on the Run, but Sister Madonna Buder says there’s one title that she’s really proud of — the oldest woman ever to complete an Ironman triathlon.
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Creating a Life of Exquisite Harmony
Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson’s artwork is bright, cheerful, and whimsical. It consists of pieces of paper ripped apart and then reassembled into something more beautiful and more profound, much like the artist herself.
Donald Pellman
World records are made to be broken, but the track and field world is still buzzing over 95-year-old Donald Pellman’s recent smashing of his own record in the high jump.
Don Healy
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.
A Leaping Legend Named Lew
Lew Sanborn is the holder of parachute license D-1, still skydives across the country and he’s 80 years old! See why taking 12,000 foot plunges are his fountain of youth!
Bart Yasso
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.
John Hall
To celebrate his wife’s one-year cancer-free anniversary, John Hall hopped on his bike and pedaled 12,000 miles to raise money and awareness about breast cancer.
Celebrating 50 Years of Skydiving History
On August 16, 1960, Air Force Capt. Joe Kittinger rode a helium balloon to 102,800 feet — the very edge of space — and jumped. Fifty years later, to commemorate man’s longest leap, Kittinger became the first inductee into the National Skydiving Museum Hall of Fame.
Hurdling the Generation Gap
With legendary coach Brooks Johnson’s guidance, David Oliver is destined to become the greatest high hurdler of all-time. Together, they are rewriting the record books and proving the power of intergenerational relationships.
Rob Butcher
Is swimming the sport for you? U.S. Masters Swimming’s executive director explains why the physical and social components of swimming makes it the perfect sport for a lifetime of fitness.
Lisa Fisco
She was in her late 40s, dealing with an ugly divorce, deeply in debt and very overweight. But then Lisa Fisco had her aha moment. Now, she’s training hard to make the 2012 Olympics team. Find out how she dramatically reinvented her life.
The Power of One
Andrea Eliscu is a loving grandmother and successful businesswoman who volunteers her time, talents, and heart to make her community a better place. Now she’s been nominated for the prestigious L’Oreal Women of Worth National Award.