Florida’s Most Hated Activities
Not all sports are created equal, some are just a punchline to a running joke. Take for instance, this year’s Olympics in Paris. Did you know that break dancing is now a real sport. Like, with gold medals and everything. I wonder if each competitor needs to bring their own cardboard? You’ll see it pop up on the schedule as ‘Breaking’, but I’m not sure how much coverage it’ll get. 
Outside of Olympic breakdancing, what other sports or activities will make you go hmmm? Casino.org surveyed 4,000 Americans asking them about the most hated sports, what activities they find cringe, and the running events that make them roll their eyes. But let’s just focus on Florida.
Disney World Marathon
Floridian’s cited the Walt Disney World Marathon as the #1 cringiest running event. Sure, it’s a very well known and very well run event – but – that $236 entry fee is pretty steep. It comes with a free t-shirt, and a medal when you finish. I personally have no issue with the Disney Marathon, I wish I was in shape and could do it. But this next one, however…
Ultimate Frisbee
For general team sports, Floridians found ultimate frisbee to be the most hate-worthy. I’m all in on this, bro. People who play Ultimate Frisbee need to constantly tell everyone that they play Ultimate Frisbee. Or just “Ultimate”, and then they post it all over their insta. Like, I get it. But I’m not interested.
Pilates
Floridians cited pilates as the #1 most cringe-inducing individual activity, with the majority stating that “people only do it for social media”. So why is Pilates one of Florida’s most hated activities? There are over 3 million #pilatesinfluencers on Instagram. They are everywhere. And I don’t even really understand what it is. 
Florida’s Most Hated Activities
For the record, there is some dispute on the last one. Men think pilates is annoying while women say weightlifting. I can see that. Listen, you do you, whatever it is that you enjoy. People used to make fun of pickleball a few years ago, and now that sport is everywhere.
People Who Live to 100 Have These Things in Common
1. They Have a Good Immune System
A new study published in the journal eBioMedicine looked at the DNA and lifestyle of seven centenarians to see what they had in common to live so long. The researchers found that people in the 100+ age group, not surprisingly, had a strong immune system that had allowed them to fight off a lot of illnesses. It helped them stay alive longer.
They Have a Good Immune System
2. How to Improve Your Immune System
If having a good immune system isn’t in your genres, according to the experts at Harvard, you can boost your immune system by eating a healthy diet with fruits and vegetables. Another way is to exercise regularly and have a healthy weight. A few other ways include getting enough sleep, only drinking in moderation, not smoking, staying up to date with immunizations and avoiding stress.
Ways to Improve Your Immune System
3. They Have Chronic Illnesses Later in Life
According to a recent study published in the National Library of Medicine, “The age at which 20% of each of the centenarian groups experienced morbidity was significantly delayed by between 18 and 24 years.” That means these people got chronic illnesses much later than their peers. It helped them live longer.
They Have Chronic Illnesses Later in Life
4. They Exercise Regularly
This one shouldn’t be a surprise. According to a National Institutes of Health study, 2.5 hours of moderate activity a week could increase your life by 3.4 years. Studies also show that places around the world with the most centenarians are often in places with rural communities, where they are up and walking around instead of sitting at a desk. So, get out and move.
They Exercise Regularly
5. They Aren't Overweight
Keeping their weight in check is apparently another commonality with people who make it to 100 years old. In a Harvard-Salk Institute paper about longevity, they note, “At present, calorie restriction remains the most robust [i.e., evidence based] strategy for extending health and lifespan in most biological models tested.” So, eat, but do so mindfully. They also eat healthy, which goes along with longevity.
They Aren’t Overweight
6. They Stay Connected
As they say, people need people. According to a research study via PNAS.org, having real, quality social ties with friends and family has been associated with better health. Also, being socially isolated has been associated with an increased risk of inflammation in people of different ages. So, don’t be such a hermit.
They Stay Connected
7. They Have Faith
According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, “While there is no definitive scientific evidence linking directly spirituality and longevity some research suggests that spiritual practices and beliefs may have indirect effects on physical and mental health, which could potentially contribute to longer life spans.” So, it’s not a sure thing. But, it appears having beliefs and spirituality is something that many people over 100 share. Pray up, my friend.
They Have Faith
8. Blood Commonalities
A recent study published in GeroScience shows that those 100 years of age and older have some similarities in their blood. According to research, they have lower, but not super low, levels of creatinine, glucose and uric acid. Talk to your doctor about ways to get your blood to those levels, and talk to you doctor about any changes you plan to make to your lifestyle and diet, of course.
Blood Commonalities
