It’s not just about eating healthy.
It’s a rare group, indeed, but one that is growing.
In fact, to her, “those are just numbers.”
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And it seems like nothing is going to slow her down.
“I had a role model.
She added, “I keep busy.
I’m very busy all the time.”
“It’s about building bridges for your community and your family.
Those bridges are important,” he shared with T+L.
“You should be passionate about what you’re doing,” he said.
“You have to have the will to live and have an active life.”
But as Mruck also noted, “Life doesn’t have to be good all the time.
You have to be strong enough to go over the hurdles.”
She added, “Stay active and keep moving.”
Zahorsky also has some advice for the next generation of hopeful centenarians: Always try something new.
Dont be afraid because it may be something you’re interested in.
Dont let others try and tell you that you cant.
Thats something Im proud of.
Mildred Kitchens, 104 years old
Mildred Kitchens never had a problem finding her purpose.
She was also a high school teacher during segregation from 1962 to 1970.
It’s as simple as that.
Oh, and try everything,” she added.
He was also selected as a Humana Game Changer, an award given to athletes who exemplify healthy aging.
The thing is, Englert wasn’t always a runner.
“My doctors all say to me whatever you’re doing, keep on doing it.'”
As a Holocaust survivor, Igelfeld has been through more than most can imagine.
But, as she says, the secret to her long life is all about “positive thinking.”
Chase away any negative thoughts.
It’s just wonderful."
