The Grandfather of American Fitness Turns 90

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The Grandfather of American Fitness Turns 90

Staying healthy is not just about living a long life, it is also

about maintaining a quality of life. Take for example, Jack LaLanne,

pioneer of the American fitness movement, who recently celebrated his

90th birthday. LaLanne can still lift weights, do sit-ups, and hoist

his 78-year-old wife Elaine. His " secret " ? A sensible diet (high

protein, lots of fruits and vegetables, and no caffeine, white sugar,

or refined flour) and regular exercise.

" I've got no aches and no pains, " LaLanne said. " If I get a sniffle,

it's gone the next day. Everything's working. Just look at my wife.

She's smiling. "