How to be a ‘super ager’
The Washington Post••technology
Key Points:
- Ednajane Truax, known as "E.J.," is a super ager in her 80s or 90s who stays active by gardening, working out regularly, and engaging with her community in Northeast Washington.
- Truax can bench press 55 pounds and leg press 250 pounds, exemplifying her belief that staying active is key to thriving in old age.
- She has never married but maintains a rich social life through volunteering, gym visits, and close connections with neighbors and their families.
- Research supports Truax's philosophy that remaining physically active is crucial for healthy aging.
- The story is featured in The Washington Post’s "The Optimist" series, which shares uplifting human interest stories, with
