It is important for the body and the mind to keep moving and going forward. During typical “retirement years” it is important to keep active and do work, whether it be with a job or on yourself. If you think that it’s too late to start, you’re wrong. Charles Eugster, a 96 year old European man, didn’t start serious exercise until he was in his 80’s, but now he challenges himself and sets records and goes to the gym regularly.
Key Takeaways:
- After retirement age depression rates double as retired people don’t feel they are contributing
- Society should not discount older people, retraining and helping their health is good for society in several ways
- Never too late to exercise, high intensity interval training is the best way to get in shape
“Retirement is one of the worst things that you can do to yourself.”
Read more: http://www.today.com/health/world-s-fittest-96-year-old-charles-eugster-shares-diet-t87956
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