Older athletes train and compete in Kenya's Meru region

In Meru County, Kenya, older runners are defying age as they participate in the Meru chapter of Masters Athletics Kenya. Founded in 2015, the group includes individuals aged 60 to 100, training three days a week without institutional support. Among them is 82-year-old Wanjiru Kamau, who has improved her health through running. James Mworia, 73, has found success in competitions, winning medals while encouraging others to improve their fitness. The participants share a common goal of promoting health and fitness within their communities, making running accessible to older generations.

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