Successful Aging

Fauja Singh: The Man Who Started Running at 89 and Made History


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Episode Summary:

In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of Fauja Singh, the man who took up running in his late 80s and went on to become the oldest person to complete a full marathon. From his humble beginnings in Punjab to setting world records in his 90s and 100s, Fauja’s journey is about defying stereotypes and proving that age is never a barrier to greatness.

 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How Fauja Singh went from grieving to breaking world records
  • The importance of starting small and building up over time
  • Why mindset and purpose are key to thriving in older age
  • How having a support system can help you achieve your goals

 

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Successful AgingBy Dr. Bahareh Kardeh