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Even though she is 80 years old, this woman is still enthusiastic about the marathon running competition. Apparently there was a flagship menu that he ate in the morning.
At a young age, many people prefer to rest. However, not a few who remain active in activities, including in the field of sports.
As did a woman named Mary Palmer. At the age of 80 years he was still physically active, even joined the marathon.
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Mary Palmer is a retired teacher who wishes to run a marathon in Barcelona, Spain. Before participating in the activity, this runner has a routine exercise which is divided into 3 stages a day.
 Mary Palmer, a 80 -year -old woman who joined the marathon. Photo: Instagram/@mjbpalmer |
He began his training at 8:30 a.m. to run as far as 26 miles or around 41 kilometers.
This woman will run away with an empty stomach to her nearest park where she completes 10 rounds of 1 km long track and climbing the stairs.
It was only after physical exercise, he ate a simple breakfast. According to Themirror.com (21/03/2025), Mary Palmer usually has breakfast with spelt bread (made from ancient seed flour similar to wheat), with additional sesame, a little olive oil, and boiled eggs every day.
 This 80-year-old grandmother used to have breakfast with spelt bread from grains. Photo: Instagram/@mjbpalmer |
Bread made from grains added with olive oil is a good food because it contains healthy fats and complex carbohydrates to increase energy.
While the addition of boiled eggs in it can increase protein and muscles for muscle maintenance and recovery.
In addition, Mary Palmer also likes to add other elements to her daily routine.
 Chamomile tea is also a mainstay drink Mary. Photo: Getty Images |
He revealed he was happy to drink chamomile tea plus ginger and turmeric. Another healthy drink that he likes is lemon water with the addition of a spoonful of honey.
This herbal drink concoction is anti-inflammatory because of turmeric and ginger in it. While lemon water offers vitamin C and honey provides energy boost.
After a delicious breakfast, the woman will go to the beach to run again as far as 5 km along the beach. Even at the age of no longer young, the woman still likes to swim in the ocean to refresh herself
The last stage of his daily training is to go home by running from the beach to his residence.
“I have to prepare myself well. This is a big challenge, and I mobilize energy to recover it to be able to last as far as 42 kilometers,” he said.
Of the 27,000 marathon participants, only a handful of ages over 65 years old. This also shows the extraordinary commitment of Palmer.
He not only shows the importance of being active in old age, but also shares the motivation behind his efforts to join the marathon.
According to him it is very important to keep moving, exercising, and maintaining health. Apparently the purpose of this old woman to join the marathon is not just because of health.
Mary Palmer joined the marathon to simultaneously raise funds for the Shamrock 7 Students project in Nepal. The results will be used to support the education of the seven Nepal students.
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