How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you were? – Satchel Paige
I can’t help but pull out my camera to catch Paul rockin’ out pretty much any part of his weekly workout with me … from jumping rope, to 20 lb dumbbell presses to this sah-weet Ab Dolly Roll Out.
This is part of our finishing routine when we head out to the “mats area” at the Richmond Heights Community Center and hit some core and flexibility.
“I’ll have you know I left a pretty important meeting today to come over and workout.”
He will tell me this on occasion when we train, just to remind me of his dedication, though he will be the first person to tell you he doesn’t like working out much, but completely understands the importance for keeping him healthy in both mind and body.
Paul has had no major orthopedic surgeries or injuries, just a few aches and pains we have managed through the years.
He trains with me two times per week for about 45 minutes, then swims another 4 days per week for 20-25 minutes in addition to walking the hilly four mile loop at Innsbrook in Wright City, MO most Sunday mornings. He is still active Co-Owner of Elan Polo shoes and works 40+ hours per week (with some international business trips thrown in every couple of months). I have worked with Paul for about 10 years and do not believe he has ever neglected his workout through his entire career.
I would like to submit to you this is pure awesomeness!
Paul has great flexibility and strength as you can see below in getting full extension on each roll out. I recommend doing this exercise (or a similar fit ball roll out) only after you can do a elbows and toes plank for 45 or more seconds.
Do not regret growing older. It is a privilege denied to many. ~Author Unknown
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