Senior Games Athletes Make a Difference: You are The Games!
By Andrew Walker, MPH; NSGA Director of Health & Well-Being As we enter the seasons of gratitude and giving, I think of National Senior Games athletes who give of themselves in service and competition. The Senior Games go beyond a single competition and are an important part of many athletes’ broader lives. The reach of
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“The Indian Runner” Meets His Destiny
“The Indian Runner” Meets His Destiny By Del Moon, NSGA PR Specialist Mark Woommavovah, 56 Lawton, Oklahoma It’s not that unusual to see a runner carrying a flag or banner in a race. But there was something about Mark Woommavovah’s proud demeanor and spirit as he proudly hosted the colorful flag of the Comanche Nation
- Published in 2023 PB, News and Events, Personal Best Featured Athletes
Fitness Foundation Keeps Table Tennis Medalist Spinning
November 2023 Athlete of the Month By Del Moon, NSGA PR Specialist Hiro Moriyasu, 76 Los Angeles, California Hiro Moriyasu is one tough out, as evidenced by the two gold medals he collected in National Senior Games Table Tennis competition this summer in Pittsburgh. He has often repeated that feat since joining in The Games
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The Long Run October 2023
“What’s Next” Episode Spotlights National Senior Games Athletes Spotted: National Senior Games athletes in the limelight! Growing Bolder, the NSGA’s Official Media Partner, recently aired a special episode of their “What’s Next” television series sharing exciting moments from the 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana. Watch interviews with multiple athletes and commentary from Growing
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Advancing Positive Aging Through Sports
By Andrew Walker, MPH; NSGA Director of Health & Well-Being Older adults are living active lifestyles with increasing numbers participating in organized recreational activities, yet many older persons are often prejudged, discriminated against and unfairly stereotyped. These behaviors, attitudes and actions are generally referred to as ageism. Ageism has gone unchallenged over time and in
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“I Was Never Alone”: Softball Team Bolsters Player Through Breast Cancer Journey
October 2023 Athlete of the Month By Del Moon, NSGA PR Specialist Janet Mitchell, 67 Gaithersburg, Maryland It’s not easy to deal with the shock of a breast cancer diagnosis, but Janet Mitchell says softball and her team helped her overcome the challenge five years ago. Janet hardly knows a time when she wasn’t on
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Play a Sport to Move More (6 Steps to Get Started)
By Andrew Walker, MPH; NSGA Director of Health & Well-Being Whether you are 50 or 90, it’s not too late to try a sport or new game. Although many adults change the way they have fun through sports by becoming spectators, you are never too old to experience the joy of playing sports. I saw
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James Lewis Finds Senior Games – and a Beautiful Box of Crayons
September 2023 Athlete of the Month By Del Moon, NSGA PR Specialist James Lewis, 68 Harvey, Illinois No one loves basketball more than James Lewis, and it has been a constant presence in his life. One testimonial to this is his induction into the Masters Basketball Association Hall of Fame. Yet, as deep as his
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Seven Questions with NSGA CEO Sue Hlavacek
The National Senior Games Association’s new President & CEO, Sue Hlavacek, is a familiar face with a fresh perspective on getting older adults active and involved in competitive sports. Before stepping into the permanent CEO role last month, Sue spent 10 years leading NSGA’s events and programs, including coordinating all sport competitions for the National
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Wellness Dimensions in the Senior Games
By Andrew Walker, MPH; NSGA Director of Health & Well-Being Research shows a strong association between participation in Senior Games sports and the physical dimension of wellness. Data from the Sustained Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE) conducted at the National Senior Games reveal senior athletes have high levels of cardiovascular health, strength, flexibility and balance. Although
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