Inspiring Stories

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Meet the Trainer: Nathan Swan

Meet Nathan Swan, a Senior Planet trainer in the North Country with a fondness for coffee and funny cat memes.

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Janice Malone – Opening Vivian’s Door for Black Businesses

Purpose Prize winner Janice Malone talks about how Vivian’s Door is opening the way to prosperity for Black small business owners in Alabama.

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Inspiring Story: Lauren Kingsland, 68

Senior Planet checks in with Lauren Kingsland about how technology keeps her connected to quilting communities around the world.

Monday, November 13, 2023

Call for Entries: Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete 2024!

Could you be the next Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete? Read about this exciting opportunity to share your fitness lifestyle!

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Meet the Trainer: Andrea Hancock

Andrea Hancock is all about spreading joy – as cabaret style entertainer “Seniorita Sunshine” and as a Senior Planet trainer.

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Della, 64: The Four Pillars of Health and Fitness

Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Della Adams describes the essentials of her fitness regimen — with some surprising details. Stay tuned for her talk on Nov. 15!

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Inspiring Story: Maggie Rothwell, 61

Senior Planet checks in with Maggie Rothwell, host of Senior Planet Open Mic, about the power of sharing music and how to tackle performance nerves.

Thursday, October 19, 2023

A Recipe for Second Chances: Robert Perez

In Kentucky, Rob Perez’ DV8 Kitchen serves delicious meals, baked goods – and second chance employment to those in the early stages of recovery.

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Conozca al nuevo Director del Centro: Cesar Mendez Rijo

En enero, Senior Planet abrirá un nuevo centro en Miami. Conozca al nuevo Director del Centro de Miami: Cesar Mendez Rijo.

Saturday, October 14, 2023

Meet the New Center Manager: Cesar Mendez Rijo

In January, Senior Planet will open a brand-new center – in Miami! Meet the new Miami Center Manager: Cesar Mendez Rijo.

Friday, October 13, 2023

Kathy, 73: From “I Can’t” to “I Can!” – Three Activities Seniors Can Do

Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Kathy Molloy shares some of her favorite exercises that anyone can try.

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Inspiring Story: Bob McLean, 69

After retiring six years ago, Bob McLean finally had time to do something he’d always dreamed of: become bilingual. 

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Richard, 71: Mobilize and Revitalize

Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete Richard Westbrook explains how spending 10 minutes on mobility each day can alleviate joint pain for runners and non-runners alike.

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Meet the Trainer: Brian Rapsey

When Brian Rapsey joined Senior Planet from AARP, he instantly fell in love with teaching technology to older adults.

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Historia inspiradora: Anthony Burton, de 64 años

Anthony Burton, jubilado y artista, comparte cómo la clase Morning Stretch (Estiramiento matutino) de Senior Planet mejoró su salud… y su perspectiva.