Draft: The Master of the Masters

From the day we are born, we are getting older. Fom the beginning of our time on this planet, we first get stronger and develop energy systems for the body to function at its most efficient, and then at some point, without a fight, it starts to reverse itself. Aging in humans is a process characterized by a whole host of changes in all bodily systems that ultimately result in a decreased capacity...Read more

Heavy Lifters!!

Weightlifting , not a sport you usually think about doing in your retirement. Golf, bowling, curling – these are the more common pursuits of the retired generation. But these sports are not for everyone, especially if you are a Canadian Masters Weightlifting record holder and gold medalist. Bernie Eckler, a regular visitor to SIRC’s Toronto Regional library, is just that. Even though he is fast...Read more