Alfred Benedetti:
At the age 101, I participated in the javelin, shot put and basketball free-throw events in the Senior Olympics from age 90 and went bowling twice a week. I attributed my health and longevity to keeping myself involved with some demanding activities, whether it is our physical strength or our mental energy that is required in these activities. And I stayed busy with reading, writing, and working with his hands.
Angelina Strandel:
At the age 101, I would like to recommend, "What we always need is a state of peace in our minds". No one can really a life in such a peaceful way that nothing annoying, depressing or even hurting happens in our life, but we can still manage to get a peaceful mind during the process. Although I dealt with much turmoil in my life, I did not let the stress get to me. My sister lived to age 100.
Mikihil Jaisinghani:
I always watch my calories and keep away from food rich in fat. Maybe it's because I am not a person who is really into eating, or it is because the negative effects of such foods make them not so delicious for me, anyway, I never allow myself for those kinds of food. Plenty of vegetables and fruits make me feel good, and I am always energetic even at my age now.
Herbert Kirk:
I graduated at age 97 from Montana State University with a bachelor's degree in art. Look, here is my senior-thesis sculpture project. I attributed my longevity to keeping on learning something new. Especially when we retire from our job, it's of great importance that we learn something new on a yearly basis. This can really do a lot to prevent us from aging too quickly.
John Leaver:
When I was 95, I won two gold medals (in 800-meter and five-kilometer races) and one silver medal (in a 200-meter race) at an international seniors' track meet in Helsinki, Finland. I love competing with others in sports. Although it is not a universally accepted idea that we should continue to participate in competitive sports when we reach a certain age, this surly helped me a lot. I like to challenge others, as well as myself.
Now match each of the people (61 to 65) to the appropriate statement. Note: there are two extra statements.
A. I keep the negative feeling away and maintain a calm mind.
B. I always interact with others, and never allow myself to be alone for a long period.
C. I strictly forbid myself from eating unhealthy foods.
D. I benefit a lot from my marriage and my good relationship with my husband keeps me always in good mood.
E. I take part in competitive sports to keep my health.
F. I continue to learn new stuff and enjoy doing so.
G. I keep myself busy with sports as well as my work.