Dara Torres: 40, Mother, Olympic Medal Contender


	Dara Torres: 40, Mother, Olympic Medal Contender

Spiritualmonkey

6-25-2008 2:45 PM

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aging, swimming, olympics, strength-training, health

Spiritualmonkey says:

Forget this older = weaker crap. Exercise will keep your youthful and powerful. Your record-setting days are ahead of you.

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