Yes, photos can inspire a competitive spirit! And, photos can help pass the values of healthy and active lifestyle down to the next generations.
Intergenerational Influences Help Build a Competitive Spirit
David Hoffman, 84, states “Competition has motivated me to keep running throughout the year.” Having run marathons and races on every continent, in every state and many countries, Hoffman inspires countless people to get in the game. But, more important to him, he has a family of runners and athletes. “I’m pretty sure it is an intergenerational influence. My son and grandson run, in some part, due to seeing me compete.” In addition, Hoffman’s granddaughter competed in Cross Country throughout high school.
Last summer, Hoffman, his son Paul and his grandson Zach competed in The Olympian, a 5K/10K road race coordinated by Real Racine and the Wisconsin Senior Olympics. Their competitive spirit showed throughout and the three of them had impressive finishes. Dave, first in his age group; Paul 2nd, in his age group and Zach placed first overall in the entire race.
A photo was snapped of the three of them with their medals, and that photo means the world to Dave. He had it framed and engraved. He wears a T-shirt of his family wearing medals from other runs proudly. Because of his experience at The Olympian last year, this year’s race features a photographer taking family portraits. Each family will receive a complimentary print and Pixologie will be on hand for T-Shirt and wall art orders.
Join Pixologie’s Olympian Team This Year – We Have a Competitive Spirit Too!
Would you like to be involved in a fantastic run/walk on the beautiful lakefront? Join our team or bring your own family to participate in The Olympian on August 10, 2019.
Email us at contact@pixologieinc.com if you want to join our team or click on the ad below to learn more or register your family today!
Funds raised from The Olympian supports the Wisconsin Senior Olympics (WSO)’s mission to provide opportunities for those 40 and older to maintain and improve their overall fitness and wellness through recreational, social and competitive events.
Pixologie has been a proud supporter of the WSO since our beginning. We currently maintain WSO’s photo archive and you can view it by clicking here. We’ve preserved over 4,000 photos and many, many memories.
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