Deborah Szekely has just celebrated her 102nd birthday, but she isn’t spending her days in quiet retirement.
Instead, Szekely continues to work three days a week at the fitness resort and spa she helped found in 1940. She stays socially engaged, often meeting friends and speaking at public events.
“When I turned 100, I didn’t feel any different, so I decided to keep living my life as always,” she told CNBC Make It.
Szekely attributes her longevity and energy to three daily habits she has maintained over the years.
3 Daily Habits of a 102-Year-Old for Optimal Health and Happiness
- Daily Physical Activity
Szekely makes sure to walk a mile every day. “I only allow myself an afternoon nap if I’ve finished my daily walk. It’s not about being strict; it’s just part of what I do every day,” she explains.
She also highlights the value of having active friends to keep her motivated. “One of my walking partners is a Catholic nun who enjoys walking just as much as I do,” Szekely notes.
