Summary: Alan was nicknamed “Motorbutt”.<br> How did <a href="http://rockyourretirement.com/052" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alan Mindell</a> get his nickname? After dancing for years, Alan started running. He wound up with some injuries, but got into shape. At age 76, Motorbutt runs three times a week. How often do you run? (I don’t run. Ever.)<br> He wanted to come on the show to talk about the Senior Games.<br> The Senior Games are San Diego’s (and other counties) answer to the Senior Olympics. They are 50 years old in 2017 and there is a wide list of sports that are covered.<br> These sports include Track & Field; Pickleball; Archery; and Ping Pong to name a few. If you do a Google search, you can find a list of contests and sports. <a href="https://sdseniorgames.org/september-games/">In San Diego, for the 2017 games</a>, there will be 25 sports, including individual and team sports such as softball, volleyball, and soccer.<br> Alan’s sport is the 400 meter. That’s once around the track. He said that the coolest thing he ever saw was a 100 year old man who competed in the Pole Vault. Because he was the only participant, he was able to set a world record. Listen to the episode to hear how he did it…it’s pretty interesting!<br> And, if you are looking to make friends, it’s a great place to do that too!<br> Attend the monthly luncheon. Check your local Senior Games to see what they offer.<br> <a href="http://rockyourretirement.com/podcast/fountain-of-youth/">Exercising is one of the best ways we know to stave off disease in our older years</a>. It’s one of the best ways to stay young and healthy. Why not take that knowledge, along with some friendly competition, to keep in shape?<br> I asked Alan for his advice for someone who has never exercised before. He said to start slow. Spend a few weeks going “light”. We at the Rock Your Retirement Show don’t give medical advice, except for this: Before starting any exercise routine, see your physician.<br> After you get the OK, go out there and have some fun in the senior games!<br> <br>
