Inspiring Stories Archives - Senior Planet from AARP https://seniorplanet.org/category/inspiring-stories/ Aging With Attitude Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:00:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://seniorplanet.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/cropped-SYMBOL_RGB_RED-32x32.png Inspiring Stories Archives - Senior Planet from AARP https://seniorplanet.org/category/inspiring-stories/ 32 32 Meet the Trainer – Tzuying Trentinaglia  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-tzuying/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-tzuying/#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:42:04 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=208438 Tzuying teaches virtual programs in Mandarin and English and makes handmade birthday cards for friends and family.  

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-tzuying/feed/ 1 Inspiring Story – Community Through Crafting https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-crafting/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-crafting/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:00:13 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=208483 A crochet and fiber arts discussion group in Upstate New York becomes a tight-knit community of fun, learning and support.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-crafting/feed/ 2 Meet the Center Manager: Jessie Hawthorn  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-center-manager-jessie-hawthorn/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-center-manager-jessie-hawthorn/#respond Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:53:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=206234 Meet Jessie Hawthorn, the new Center Manager of Senior Planet's walk-in center in Lowry, CO, and a passionate fan of education, Denver and live music.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-center-manager-jessie-hawthorn/feed/ 0 How To Stay Fit While Traveling https://seniorplanet.org/articles-stay-fit-while-traveling/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-stay-fit-while-traveling/#respond Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:00:43 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=206794 Is it possible to maintain healthy habits while on vacation? Sponsored Athlete Steven says "Yes!" – and shares helpful tips for older adults on the go.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-stay-fit-while-traveling/feed/ 0 Inspiring Story: Jesse Meyers’ Literary Passion https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jesse-meyers/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jesse-meyers/#comments Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:53:53 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=206143 For years, Jesse Meyers, 90, has taught classes on James Joyce and his novel, Ulysses. Some 1,000 students later, Jesse has raised over $300,000 for charities through his classes and donated over 700 volumes on James Joyce to Fordham University.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-jesse-meyers/feed/ 1 Arlette, 61 – Celebrating Hard Work and Good Health https://seniorplanet.org/articles-arlette-good-health-swim/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-arlette-good-health-swim/#comments Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:24:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=206214 Sponsored Athlete Arlette brought home the gold in the World Aquatic Masters Championships in Singapore, and teaches winning fitness tips on Dec. 17.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-arlette-good-health-swim/feed/ 3 Shebah, 68 – Five Exercises to Age Well and Enhance Longevity https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-longevity/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-longevity/#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:15:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=205432 Strength, balance, mobility, and more! Sponsored Athlete Shebah, 68, shares five fitness modalities for older adults to focus on – and invites you to train together on Nov. 19.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-longevity/feed/ 14 Meet the Trainer: David Slapak https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-miami/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-miami/#comments Sat, 08 Nov 2025 11:17:46 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=204900 Before joining the Senior Planet program in Miami as a technology trainer, David taught English as a second language in South Korea and Turkey.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-trainer-miami/feed/ 1 Margaret Murphy-Webb’s Jazz Journey https://seniorplanet.org/articles-margaret-webbs-jazz-journey/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-margaret-webbs-jazz-journey/#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:53:59 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=199643 Margaret Murphy-Webb, 69, Chicago's former “jazz cop”, brings free music to underserved communities through her South Side Jazz Coalition.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-margaret-webbs-jazz-journey/feed/ 1 Inspiring Story: Diane and Bari-Lynne Make a Horror Flick  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-horror-flick/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-horror-flick/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:04:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=203704 Diane Ament, 83, and Bari-Lynn, 79, were crew members for The Rug, a horror flick staffed completely by older adults, and which inspired the documentary Silver Screamers.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-horror-flick/feed/ 2 Meet the Licensing Partner: PARS Equality Center  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-pars/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-pars/#comments Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:33:17 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=202518 Meet Mehrnaz Saadat, who works at one of Senior Planet's oldest Licensing partners: the PARS Equality Center, which serves immigrants from Persian-speaking and communities in California.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-pars/feed/ 1 Ken Fobs Finds His Voice https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ken-fobs-finds-his-voice/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ken-fobs-finds-his-voice/#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:44:15 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=201964 Kenneth Fobs, 67, discovered his love for jazz performance late in life; he shares what's possible when you pursue your passion - at any age.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-ken-fobs-finds-his-voice/feed/ 2 Laurie, 68 – Dancing Improves Mental Health https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie-dancing-mental-health/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie-dancing-mental-health/#comments Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:01:01 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=202174 Sponsored Athlete Laurie shares how dance workouts have dramatically changed her mental health and attitude. Save the 10/15 date for Zumba with Laurie on Zoom!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie-dancing-mental-health/feed/ 12 Inspiring Story: Babs Daitch, Documentary Star at 80 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-babs-daitch/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-babs-daitch/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:40:29 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=201277 Known as “the lesbian Forrest Gump,” Babs Daitch (80) has done it all, including starring in her own documentary short.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-babs-daitch/feed/ 1 Dr. Calvin Mackie Gives New Orleans STEM Education https://seniorplanet.org/dr-calvin-mackie-gives-new-orleans-stem-education/ https://seniorplanet.org/dr-calvin-mackie-gives-new-orleans-stem-education/#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:26:25 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=196884 Dr. Calvin Mackie started with encouraging his nine-year-old son's love for science in a New Orleans garage - and launched STEM-NOLA, a movement that has reached over 200,000 children.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/dr-calvin-mackie-gives-new-orleans-stem-education/feed/ 2 Conozca a la representante de la línea directa: Nita Flores https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conozca-a-la-representante-de-la-linea-directa-nita-flores/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conozca-a-la-representante-de-la-linea-directa-nita-flores/#comments Sat, 13 Sep 2025 20:27:42 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=202901 La representante de la línea directa de Senior Planet, Nita, es una residente de Brooklyn que conduce un pódcast de ciencia ficción y disfruta ayudar a las personas mayores a adoptar nuevas tecnologías.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conozca-a-la-representante-de-la-linea-directa-nita-flores/feed/ 2 Meet the Hotline Rep: Nita Flores https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-nita-flores/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-nita-flores/#comments Sat, 13 Sep 2025 10:18:20 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=199633 Senior Planet Hotline rep Nita is a Brooklyn resident who hosts a sci-fi podcast and enjoys helping older adults embrace new technology.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-hotline-nita-flores/feed/ 2 Nate, 71 – “Level Up” with a New Vision of Aging https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate-71-level-up/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate-71-level-up/#comments Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:08:07 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=200181 Sponsored Athlete Nate explains how it's never too late to "level up" your fitness and overall well-being. Get inspired by Nate's motivational tips, and join him for a virtual workout!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate-71-level-up/feed/ 11 Inspiring Story: Leonidas Demas, First-Time Filmmaker at 78 https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-leonidas-demas-filmmaker/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-leonidas-demas-filmmaker/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:32:46 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=198594 Leonidas Demas, retired attorney, draws on his Greek heritage to become, at 78, the first-time filmmaker of "A Spartan Dream."

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-leonidas-demas-filmmaker/feed/ 2 Steven, 72 – Staying Strong Anywhere: The Power of Bodyweight and Isometric Exercises https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-72-bodyweight-isometric-exercise/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-72-bodyweight-isometric-exercise/#comments Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:31:33 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=198518 Sponsored Athlete Steven shares the benefits of bodyweight exercises for beginners and road warriors alike, and invites you to join him for an equipment-free workout.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-72-bodyweight-isometric-exercise/feed/ 14 Meet the Licensing Partner: Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-the-licensing-partner-goodwill-industries-of-southwest-florida/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-the-licensing-partner-goodwill-industries-of-southwest-florida/#comments Sat, 09 Aug 2025 10:01:06 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=197187 Learn the backstory of how Goodwill Southwest Florida (SWFL) is helping their community members enjoy engaging with technology.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-the-licensing-partner-goodwill-industries-of-southwest-florida/feed/ 2 Inspiring Story: Sharon Wins a Stay at the Purple Rain House https://seniorplanet.org/inspiring-story-purple-rain-house/ https://seniorplanet.org/inspiring-story-purple-rain-house/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:49:39 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=195933 Thanks to technology, Sharon, a retired IT Specialist and longtime Prince fan, won a once-in-a-lifetime night in the house where Purple Rain was filmed.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/inspiring-story-purple-rain-house/feed/ 3 Conoce a la entrenadora: Saily Martinez Gutierrez https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conoce-a-la-entrenadora-saily-martinez-gutierrez/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conoce-a-la-entrenadora-saily-martinez-gutierrez/#respond Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:19:48 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=196360 Conozca a Saily Martinez Gutierrez, instructora virtual de Senior Planet basada en Florida del Sur. Ella enseña a los hispanohablantes sobre la IA.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-conoce-a-la-entrenadora-saily-martinez-gutierrez/feed/ 0 Meet the Trainer…Saily Martinez Gutierrez https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-saily-martinez-gutierrez/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-saily-martinez-gutierrez/#comments Sat, 12 Jul 2025 10:14:31 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=195498 Meet Saily Martinez Gutierrez, a Senior Planet virtual trainer based in South Florida who teaches Spanish-speakers about AI.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-trainer-saily-martinez-gutierrez/feed/ 1 Shebah, 68 – My Blueprint for Longevity and Pain Management https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-blueprint-for-longevity/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-blueprint-for-longevity/#comments Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:21:45 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=195431 Sponsored Athlete Shebah, 68, shares why she stays motivated and her training goals, plus a four-step framework you can start today.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah-blueprint-for-longevity/feed/ 6 Steven, 72 – 4 lecciones de 4 décadas de entrenamiento físico https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-4-lecciones-de-4-decadas-de-entrenamiento-fisico/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-4-lecciones-de-4-decadas-de-entrenamiento-fisico/#respond Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:43:21 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=196381 El atleta patrocinado, Steven de 72 años, comparte sus cuatro lecciones más importantes de entrenamiento físico y dice que se olvide la idea de "sin esfuerzo no hay recompensa."

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-es-4-lecciones-de-4-decadas-de-entrenamiento-fisico/feed/ 0 Steven, 72 – 4 Lessons from 4 Decades of Fitness Training https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-4-lessons/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-4-lessons/#comments Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:24:53 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=194303 Forget about "no pain, no gain" says Sponsored Athlete Steven, 72, as he shares his four most important fitness lessons.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-4-lessons/feed/ 10 Inspiring Story: The Old Lesbian Oral Herstory Project  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-lesbian-herstory-project/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-lesbian-herstory-project/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:58:46 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=194104 The Old Lesbian Oral Herstory Project (OLOHP), a unique archive about the once hidden lives of early LGBT figures, inspires a documentary.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-lesbian-herstory-project/feed/ 6 Meet the Hotline Agent: Kayla McDonald  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-kayla-mcdonald/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-kayla-mcdonald/#respond Sat, 14 Jun 2025 10:33:43 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=193081 Meet Kayla McDonald, a basketball fan (Go Cavaliers!) who helps callers to the Senior Planet hotline.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-kayla-mcdonald/feed/ 0 Checking In With the 2025 Sponsored Athletes https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-fitness-day-2025/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-fitness-day-2025/#comments Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:37:19 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=192582 To wrap up National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, the 2025 Senior Planet Sponsored Athletes share their secrets for staying active.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-fitness-day-2025/feed/ 4 Meet the “Granfluencers” https://seniorplanet.org/articles-granfluencers/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-granfluencers/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:30:09 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=192618 A dynamic group of senior influencers  - some call them 'granfluencers" - is proving that style, humor, and relevance do not fade with age.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-granfluencers/feed/ 7 Inspiring Stories of Morning Stretch https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-stories-morning-stretch/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-stories-morning-stretch/#comments Wed, 28 May 2025 10:37:55 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=192598 Every day, hundreds of older adults gather online to sweat, meditate, and embrace wellness through Senior Planet’s fitness classes. Here are some of their stories.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-stories-morning-stretch/feed/ 4 Bonnetta Adeeb Sows Seeds of Resistance https://seniorplanet.org/articles-bonnetta-adeeb-seeds/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-bonnetta-adeeb-seeds/#comments Thu, 15 May 2025 10:44:06 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=191520 Bonnetta Adeeb, a retired history teacher, founded the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance to help communities reconnect with their agricultural heritage- one seed at a time.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-bonnetta-adeeb-seeds/feed/ 1 Meet the Licensing Partner….Erica Archie with The Bean Path https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-erica-archie-with-the-bean-path/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-erica-archie-with-the-bean-path/#respond Sat, 10 May 2025 10:45:01 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=191835 Erica Archie works at The Bean Path, a Jackson, Mississippi nonprofit that offers Senior Planet classes through the Licensing Program to provide free tech classes for the older adult learner. 

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-licensing-erica-archie-with-the-bean-path/feed/ 0 Steven, 72 – Move Up to Power Training https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-power-training/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-power-training/#comments Thu, 08 May 2025 10:23:11 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=191551 Sponsored Athlete Steven, 72, got on the road to fitness 40 years ago but turbocharged his workout routine with Power Training.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven-power-training/feed/ 3 Laurie, 67 – Finding the “Movement” You Love https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie/#comments Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:42:42 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=190422 Laurie, 67, didn't think physical activity was for her. However, after retirement, she's found a way to workout that feels more like fun.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-laurie/feed/ 18 Inspiring Stories: Susan Baur, 85, Saves Turtles from Underwater Garbage https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-baur-olaug/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-baur-olaug/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:04:28 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=190341 Susan Baur, 85, founded Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage (OLAUG) to save turtles - and created a movement.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-baur-olaug/feed/ 4 Meet the Recruitment and Advisory Committee https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-recruitment-advisory-committee/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-recruitment-advisory-committee/#respond Sat, 12 Apr 2025 10:07:24 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=189400 For National Volunteer Month, five folks share the connection, purpose, and creativity they enjoy while spreading the word about Senior Planet.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-recruitment-advisory-committee/feed/ 0 Dr. John Francis, 79, Walks in Kindness for the Earth https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dr-john-francis-walks/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dr-john-francis-walks/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:38:35 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=187746 Dr. John Francis is an environmental educator and activist who founded PlanetWalk to promote environmental awareness...and kept a 17 year vow of silence.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-dr-john-francis-walks/feed/ 7 Nate, 70 – No Test, No Testimony https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate/#comments Sat, 05 Apr 2025 10:27:13 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=189513 After Nate, 70, had a life-changing health scare, he dedicated himself full time to fitness through his businesses and exercise programs.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-nate/feed/ 1 Shebah, 67 – Resilience, Passion, & Purpose https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah/#comments Sat, 29 Mar 2025 10:53:06 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=188903 After balancing life as a single mom and a demanding career, Sponsored Athlete Shebah, 67, found passion and purpose as a full-time fitness instructor and business owner.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-shebah/feed/ 3 Inspiring Story – Cole DeRosa Runs Across America https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-cole-derosa/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-cole-derosa/#comments Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:49:05 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=188101 Along with 11 other U.S. military Veterans, Cole will continuously carry the US flag from California to Washington D.C. to set a world record.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-story-cole-derosa/feed/ 5 Steven, 72 – Start Low to Reach High! https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven/#comments Sat, 22 Mar 2025 10:43:51 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=187379 The road to fitness for Sponsored Athlete Steven, 72, didn't take much to get started and to keep going...for 40 years!

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-steven/feed/ 15 Arlette, 60 – Training for the Future You https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-arlette/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-arlette/#respond Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:42:23 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=187380 A lifelong athlete, Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Arlette Godges trains and competes for world championship swimming events, while helping others as a physical therapist.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-sa-arlette/feed/ 0 Meet the Volunteer: Eddie in Colorado https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-volunteer-ed/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-volunteer-ed/#comments Sat, 08 Mar 2025 11:05:09 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=187031 Meet Ed Pinckney, 80, Air Force veteran, retired engineer, cancer survivor, Colorado Rockies usher and Senior Planet volunteer.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-volunteer-ed/feed/ 4 Inspiring Story: John Nicholson Revitalizes Old-Time Radio https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-time-radio/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-time-radio/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:21:41 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=186552 Do you miss Fibber McGee and Molly? John Nicholson (77) is archiving old radio shows and presenting them to new audiences.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-old-time-radio/feed/ 4 Meet the Licensing Partner: Rebecca Jinnette https://seniorplanet.org/articles-licensing-partner-rebecca-jinnette/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-licensing-partner-rebecca-jinnette/#respond Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:18:45 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=185909 Meet one of Senior Planet's newest community partners, Rebecca Jinnette of rural Bertie County, NC, a Digital Skills Agent and professional glassblower.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-2025-sponsored-athletes/feed/ 8 Inspiring Story: Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-dr-edith-eger/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-dr-edith-eger/#comments Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:07:59 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=184683 Dr. Edith Eger, 97 uses her experience as a Holocaust survivor to offer guidance to her readers on how heal and thrive.

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]]> https://seniorplanet.org/articles-inspiring-dr-edith-eger/feed/ 3 Meet the Trainer: Effy Zhang  https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-the-trainer-effy-zhang/ https://seniorplanet.org/articles-meet-the-trainer-effy-zhang/#respond Sat, 11 Jan 2025 11:31:36 +0000 https://seniorplanet.org/?p=184018 Effy Zhang talks about how the online Mandarin Multilingual Technology Program and an Apple Watch saved someone's life.

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