I Think I Need A Backscratcher

[+ Gar1eth]

I've noticed for several years now that the older I get the less flexibility my arms appear to have. My back will itch. And it seems to me that there are a lot more spots I can't reach anymore compared to when I was younger . If we could still do polls, I'd submit one on whether people are experiencing age-related arm restriction or not.

 

AARP ought to manufacture a collapsible Backscratcher that fits in your pocket. It would keep me from back 'humping' the edges of walls.

 

Gman

[+ deej]

http://s7d9.scene7.com/is/image/BedBathandBeyond/7391113218790p?hei=2000&wid=2000&qlt=50,1

 

You can get a dozen for $6.25 here and have one in every room of the house, plus give them to friends to have on hand when needed.

[+ Gar1eth]

http://s7d9.scene7.com/is/image/BedBathandBeyond/7391113218790p?hei=2000&wid=2000&qlt=50,1

 

You can get a dozen for $6.25 here and have one in every room of the house, plus give them to friends to have on hand when needed.

 

 

You are very thoughtful. I think I need an invite, or I need to be put on your Hanukkah List . Until then I'll have to make due with ...

 

http://cdn.dick-blick.com/items/554/03/55403-1012-3-2ww-m.jpg

 

Gman

[seaboy4hire]

No restrictions with my arms or other parts of my body. Often times during down times at the day job I will stretch my arms, hands, fingers and legs. I have noticed though more popping from joints or what have you. But no soar bones thank goodness. Lets hope I can make it to 40 ( in 10 months) and still still move with ease.

 

Hugs,

Greg

[+ glennnn]

No restrictions with my arms or other parts of my body. Often times during down times at the day job I will stretch my arms, hands, fingers and legs. I have noticed though more popping from joints or what have you. But no soar bones thank goodness. Lets hope I can make it to 40 ( in 10 months) and still still move with ease.

 

Hugs,

Greg

 

Well, of course you can. Forty is the new 25. Keep keepin' on and don't look back.

[+ Gar1eth]

No restrictions with my arms or other parts of my body. Often times during down times at the day job I will stretch my arms, hands, fingers and legs. I have noticed though more popping from joints or what have you. But no soar bones thank goodness. Lets hope I can make it to 40 ( in 10 months) and still still move with ease.

 

Hugs,

Greg

 

Well, of course you can. Forty is the new 25. Keep keepin' on and don't look back.

 

Really-I'm thinking my 54-3/4 is the old 70.

 

Gman

[+ glennnn]

Really-I'm thinking my 54-3/4 is the old 70.

 

Gman

Based solely on your posts, I perceive you have an agile, young, interesting mind. I really hope that your concern about your age is only humorous and not real. Come on dude, buck up and stay in the game. I promise you that your late 50s, 60's, and, yes, even your 70's can be a hoot. If I am overstepping here, I apologize. I've just noticed all the great advice you offer the rest of us, and wanted to reach out. I'm 72 and life isn't close to being over for me.

 

"Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving", Mame Dennis

[Guest]

I have a friend who's 96 and she still plays golf and tennis. And does Zumba. OK, so it's Zumba Gold...

 

http://www.generationsnetwork.org/sites/default/files/pictures/zumba%20banner3.jpg

[+ Gar1eth]

Based solely on your posts, I perceive you have an agile, young, interesting mind. I really hope that your concern about your age is only humorous and not real. Come on dude, buck up and stay in the game. I promise you that your late 50s, 60's, and, yes, even your 70's can be a hoot. If I am overstepping here, I apologize. I've just noticed all the great advice you offer the rest of us, and wanted to reach out. I'm 72 and life isn't close to being over for me.

 

"Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving", Mame Dennis

 

Thanks-but nah-I'm pretty curmudgeonly. The only things left at my banquet are the dirty dishes.

 

 

I mean I hear what you say (write), and there is this guy. But personally I think he must be an alien-or a mutant. Yeah, definitely an alien or a mutant

 

Local centenarian wins multiple gold medals at Senior Olympics

100-year-old local athlete breaks multiple Senior Olympic records

 

 

POSTED:SEP 23 2015 10:34PM PDT

 

UPDATED:SEP 24 2015 12:05AM PDT

 

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KTVU) -- A 100-year-old Santa Clara man is a world class athlete. He set five records in the Senior Olympics held in San Diego on Sunday.

 

Don Pellman is back home and spoke with KTVU about his accomplishments. He was the oldest athlete to compete and set new records for the 100 plus age group.

 

 

It was no small feat given his age and weather conditions with temperatures nearing 100.

 

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Local centenarian wins multiple gold medals at Senior Olympics

"That's pretty much for an old geezer, running in that kind of temperature, but it worked out okay," said Pellmann.

 

The Wisconsin native turned Santa Clara resident did more than okay. He broke records for 5 events. In the 100 meter, He shaved off 3 seconds from the previous record. He also set records in the discus throw, shot put, high jump and long jump.

 

"My practice times were better than what I did Sunday. But I broke the record so I guess you can't complain about that," said Pellmann, who said he wanted to do better in the pole vault.

 

The centenarian was 70 when he first started competing in the Senior Olympics at the urging of his son.

 

Pellmann says the secret to his success is simple. Everyday, he does some form of exercise, whether it be walking or jogging.

 

"At 100, there's not too many people who can do that. Keep active...that's the main thing," said Pellmann.

 

Last month, he celebrated his 100th birthday by attending a Giants game where he rode with the team mascot around the field.

 

He says he's proud of his long marriage to his 92-year-old wife Marge and their three sons.

 

"The family has been good. Had a good life; good hard-working people," said Pellman.

 

Before retirement, Pellmann worked for General Electric as a machine shop supervisor of mechanics who built navigation systems for NASA, some of which he says were used in the Apollo mission.

 

"It was important and I was very proud to be part of it," said Pellman. "I've seen a lot of history in my hundred years. A lot of things have changed."

 

But what hasn't changed is Pellmann's zest for life. He proves it's never too late to go for gold, even when he already has 890 gold medals and still counting.

 

To see more coverage of Pellman's performance last weekend, check out the Times of San Diego website.

 

 

Gman

[+ Truereview]

Hey Gman, humping wall edges for back itch relief seems so medieval, babe. Even rulers and back scratchers seem a bit rudimentary. I recommend yoga or a good looking neighbor that can help in a pinch. Heck, maybe a combo of a hot neighbor with a back scratching yoga session may prove to be the right replacement for the banquet of life ;-) I will get in line for that.