Jeannie Rice

Imagine running so fast that you're faster than almost everyone your age! That's Jeannie Rice. She loves to run marathons, which are super long races, about 26 miles (44 kilometers) long! That's like running from your house to the next town! Jeannie has won so many races and set amazing speed records for women in her age group. She's proof that you can be fast at any age!

Scientists are super curious about Jeannie's amazing running power. They found out that her body is really, really good at using oxygen when she runs. This is called VO2 max. Her VO2 max is the highest ever measured for a woman who is 75 years old or older! It's like her body has a super-powered engine that keeps her going strong, mile after mile.

Jeannie Rice is a record-breaking machine! She holds many world records for running marathons in her age group. This means she's the fastest woman in the world for her age when she crosses the finish line. Think about how many people are running marathons, and Jeannie is still the best in her category. That's a huge accomplishment!

Jeannie Rice shows us that being active and doing what you love is important. Running can be a lot of fun, and it's great for your body. Whether you're running a race or just playing tag at the park, moving your body makes you feel good. Jeannie's story inspires us all to keep moving and to chase our own goals, no matter how old we are!