She began running at 50 and became Britain's oldest female Ironman finisher. At 83, she shares 3 tips on healthy aging.
Eddie Brocklesby started running at 50 and has competed in marathons and triathlons. Here are her three takeaways about staying active and longevity.
Eddie Brocklesby, who is 83 years old, is Britain's oldest female Ironman finisher. She only began exercising at the age of 50 and has since participated in various endurance races, including multiple triathlons, marathons, and Ironman events. After her husband's death in 1994, staying active became more important for her. She completed her first London Marathon at 56 and her first Ironman at 65, which took place on the Spanish island of Lanzarote.
Brocklesby has become a fan of the community event parkrun and joined Serpentine Running and Triathlon Club in 2008. She believes that having fun and a social element in exercise are key factors in staying active. Since a serious injury in 2021, she has adapted her exercise routine to include low-impact workouts such as walking, indoor cycling, strength training, Pilates, and swimming.
Despite her injury, she remains focused on healthy aging and considers taking part in the 2027 London Marathon if possible.
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