My Memories With Jack LaLanne

Years ago I had the privilege of working at Jack LaLanne’s President’s First Lady’s Health Club in Oklahoma City. I grew up watching my Mother work out with Mr. LaLanne during his television shows wielding her elastic band and a kitchen chair. This morning ritual kept my mother in great shape and I became a fan.

When I finally got to meet Mr. LaLanne IRL I was beyond thrilled – after all, he was a celebrity! It was fascinating to witness how he greeted the lines of swooning females that waited patiently to meet him; he always offered kind words of encouragement to the visitors and everyone left with a smile on their face.

The business of fitness was his life and I am delighted he shaped my thinking.

You will always be very special to me, Mr. LaLanne!