More Evidence that Exercise Keeps "Old Age" at Bay!

"Is physical frailty inevitable as we grow older? That question preoccupies scientists and the middle-aged, particularly when they become the same people. Until recently, the evidence was disheartening...............But a growing body of newer science suggests that such decline may not be inexorable. Exercise, the thinking goes, and you might be able to rewrite the future for your muscles."  Click Here to see the entire New York Times Article.

"Through exercise, you can preserve muscle mass and strength and avoid the decline from vitality to frailty.”

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Another great Article about Older Crossfitters in the Crossfit Journal!!!

August 2011

"Is there CrossFit after 60? 
Hilary Achauer investigates at the 2011 Reebok CrossFit Games."
.......A Reluctant Competitor
“It was a ‘pinch-me’ weekend,” said Greg. “I am so proud of Becky. She has never, ever competed before, and look at what she did. Her self-esteem and confidence are through the roof.”
Here’s the thing about Greg: He won his division, coming in first in four of the five events, but all he wanted to talk about was his wife. A cool-looking dude with long, white hair and a laid-back attitude, Greg told me that the change in his wife’s self-esteem and confidence was remarkable.
“She’s soaring,” he said.  Keep Reading..

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An Interview With A Masters Champion

An Awesome video interview with one of the Masters Champions on the 2011 Crossfit Games Site!
Check it out!!

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