The LIFT throws birthday celebration for 98-year-old patron

JACKSON, Tenn. — Earlier Wednesday, the LIFT Wellness Center held a special birthday celebration for one of their longest attending gym members.

The now 98-year-old, Mr. Walter E. Slack, Sr. has been actively attending the LIFT Wellness Center since its opening.

Slack works out five days a week swimming and lifting weights. He has been consistent and dedicated to his mental and physical health since the early age of 50.

“But when they all came, everybody yesterday told me ‘happy birthday.’ It was a wonderful thing too, down here, to see the people that know me,” said Slack.

He is also quoted by saying “working out keeps giving him longevity,” and reminds people to “keep it moving.”

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