Ed Whitlock, 81, doesn’t just break running world records, he smashes them. Fresh off his marathon, during which he broke the world record by 16 minutes, he explains how he’s been able to keep running, decades after he first began.
Virginia Farneman
She’s the first woman in history to join a very exclusive group — the Seven Continents Club. She’s run more than 240 marathons, including one in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces. And Virginia Farneman didn’t even start running until her 40s!
Gretchen Reynolds
If you think you have to run or exercise vigorously to reap the benefits of fitness, think again. One of the nation’s top health reporters says a growing field of science shows doing small activities can lead to big health rewards. Find out more.
Judy Shipman
What would possess a two-time cancer survivor to compete in a 50-mile endurance run at the age of 71? Because she can. Find out how running has given Judy Shipman a whole new lease on life.
Cathi Watson
Whoever said only wine gets better with age never met Cathi Watson. She is 78 years old, an exercise evangelist and a power stair climber who believes the best time in your life is right now.
71-Year-Old Runs 7 Marathons in 7 Days
She didn’t even start exercising until she was nearly 65 years old. Now 71, Jean Evansmore had completed more than 100 marathons and holds a record for doing seven in seven days. She explains what motivated her to get active.
The “Gladiator” Crosses Marathon Finish Line at 92
Meet the Gladiator, an adventure-seeking yet shy former farm girl who didn’t complete her first marathon until the age of 86. Now 92, she just crossed the finish line into the history books.
Eric Gelber
Eric Gelber is on a one-man mission to eradicate an incurable cancer. He’s so committed to the cause that he just completed a 44-hour, 155-mile run! Find out how much he raised and why he pushes his body to such extreme limits.
Ed Whitlock
Ed Whitlock is living proof of the possibilities of exceptionally successful aging. The 81-year-old recently smashed two world records in the mile and the marathon. He shares his secret to success, and it’s something anyone can do.
365 Marathons in 365 Days
It’s an amazing accomplishment to run one marathon, but what if someone ran several marathons in a row? How about 365 days in a row? That’s exactly what Belgium runner Stefaan Engels just did. Find out why.
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