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Jack Lalanne has died! I remember my mom watching him, when I was a kid. RIP!
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Ditto.Math Is Hard said:I thought he was immortal. :(
lisab said:Jack Lalanne has died!
Me too.Math Is Hard said:I thought he was immortal. :(
I used to watch him in the 60's. I did exercises with him too.Evo said:Oh No! My mother and I exercized with him, we even bought that blue rubber thing he sold.
I'm really starting to feel old.
Astronuc said:We are old.
mugaliens said:At 96, I'd call that just as solid a success story as my grandpa who shoveled neighbor's driveways in the latter years of his life.
He died at 96, too.
Good for you, Jack.
In the bay off San Francisco (or maybe it was Long Beach), IIRC.turbo-1 said:RIP, Jack. The guy was tough as nails.
He used to make "impossible" swims, but he did them with the handicap of handcuffs and shackles, often towing a string of loaded boats.
Color sets were quite expensive when they first came out, and the lack of color programming was a hindrance to sales. It wasn't until the late 60's that color sets became commonplace (as opposed to a novelty) in this area. I never saw Jack Lalanne in color, that I can recall.Lacy33 said:We was poor folk out there in Beverly Hills. Daddy was making space junk and we were watching a black and white set. Maybe the color sets were not out yet.
turbo-1 said:Color sets were quite expensive when they first came out, and the lack of color programming was a hindrance to sales. It wasn't until the late 60's that color sets became commonplace (as opposed to a novelty) in this area. I never saw Jack Lalanne in color, that I can recall.
turbo-1 said:RIP, Jack. The guy was tough as nails.
He used to make "impossible" swims, but he did them with the handicap of handcuffs and shackles, often towing a string of loaded boats.
He was handcuffed the first time and handcuffed and shackled AND towing a boat another time. I'm surprised that he didn't swim the English Channel towing a boat containing his spotter/timer.Loren Booda said:Didn't he swim so from Alcatraz to mainland, which only one escapee ever managed without drowning?
Jack Lalanne was a pioneer in the fitness industry, introducing new exercise techniques and promoting healthy living. He was one of the first to encourage weightlifting and cardiovascular exercise for overall health and wellbeing. He also created the first health club and developed many exercise machines, such as the Smith Machine and the leg extension machine.
In the 1950s, Jack Lalanne began hosting a fitness show on television, which was one of the first of its kind. He was known for his charismatic personality and his ability to motivate viewers to exercise and eat healthy. His show ran for over 30 years and made him a household name.
Jack Lalanne believed that regular exercise and a balanced diet were the key to a long and healthy life. He promoted a holistic approach to fitness, emphasizing the importance of both physical and mental health. He also believed in setting achievable goals and constantly pushing oneself to improve.
Jack Lalanne remained dedicated to his fitness routine well into his 90s, often performing incredible feats of strength and endurance. He also continued to spread his message of health and fitness through books, seminars, and public appearances. He was a living example of the benefits of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Jack Lalanne's contributions to the fitness industry have had a lasting impact. He paved the way for other fitness personalities and inspired countless individuals to prioritize their health and wellbeing. His exercise techniques and equipment have also influenced the development of modern fitness programs and equipment. His legacy continues to inspire people to live healthier lives.