What Makes a 97-Year-Old Man Cycle 5,000 km a Year?

Gerontology
Sulin ChengMarko T Korhonen

Abstract

The nature versus nurture debate is one of the oldest issues in the study of longevity, health and successful aging. We present a 97-year-old man (I.K.) as an example of the effects of habitual exercise on the aging process. Extensive assessments included medical examinations, interviews, musculoskeletal structure, performance characteristics, cognitive function and gut microbiota composition. I.K. suffers from iatrogenic hypogonadism, prostate cancer, hypothyroidism and a history of deep popliteal thrombosis. Notwithstanding, he cycles up to 5,000 km a year and participates in competitive sports. His musculoskeletal properties, athletic performance, cognitive function and gut microbiota are outstanding. Some traits even exceed those seen in middle-aged men. His long-term physically and intellectually active lifestyles combined with extensive social interactions have most likely contributed to his exercise capacity, despite his medical history.

Citations

Apr 17, 2018·The Journals of Gerontology. Series A, Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences·Boštjan ŠimunicHans Degens
Nov 15, 2018·Physiological Reviews·Lars LarssonMarco Sandri
Feb 12, 2019·Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports·Liam BagleyHans Degens
Sep 25, 2018·Frontiers in Physiology·Bergita GanseHans Degens
Apr 25, 2020·International Journal of Molecular Sciences·Kun Woo KimMee-Sup Yoon
May 18, 2021·International Journal of Sports Medicine·Bergita Ganse, Hans Degens
Jun 21, 2021·Revista española de geriatría y gerontología·Jaime Castro-CoronadoIgor Cigarroa
Aug 31, 2021·Frontiers in Nutrition·Giacomo GaribottoGiuliano Brunori

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