A flight delay gave Jack the chance to do what he truly seemed to love, meeting people and spreading his message. Never sitting down, he never stopped to greet and meet all ages in the terminal, take photos and talk about fitness and food. A pilot probably 50 years his junior recognized him and asked "Jack are you going to pull the plane out to the runway" recalling his many feats of strength in his life. Jack's message and fame had spread across many generations.
On Labor Day in 2007 at world famous Muscle Beach Venice, Jack LaLanne was inducted into the Muscle Beach Hall of Fame. I am proud to say that I am part of the Muscle Beach family of today and was there as usual.
Jack enthusiastically accepted his award and taking the microphone, this man well into his senior years, spoke clearly and loudly, joking and emphasizing profoundly his message of health, fitness and diet. His message again resounded clearly across the generations present and certainly showed his profound love of life.
Jack LaLanne was a pioneer in health and fitness. I remember watching him on television in the 1950's when my mother would watch his show. I remember being a member of his health clubs, one of the earliest chains of gyms. I remember his many feats of strength, like swimming with a line of boats tied to him. Actually a diminutive man in size, he was a giant of our lifetime.
Many of you will not know Jack LaLanne of the past. Take a moment to read up on the man and his message. You will be happy you did, The take his message to heart and spread it, you will help to make others better for it and we will all be better.
Thanks Jack!
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