At 84 years old, Carol Musser reached a milestone—completing her 100th organized race on Thanksgiving Day 2025. An accomplished racewalker, Musser’s inspiring journey reflects resilience, determination, and the profound impact of a wellness-focused community that supports active aging at every stage of life.
Musser began her athletic journey at age 60, having never participated in organized physical activity prior. Her very first race—a half marathon completed in a sleet storm on April Fool’s Day—proved transformational.
“I started by just walking outside my door and training for that first race,” Musser said. “If I could survive that sleet storm, I knew I could do anything.”…