According to a study, skateboarding can help middle-aged people feel a sense of empowerment and boost happiness and well-being.
The study, led by Dr. Paul O’Connor, suggests skateboarding can help middle-aged people overcome depression, bonding with their children, and personal trials and tribulations.
It also suggests that skateboarding opens up access to a new community, helping people experience an identity separate from other aspects of life … More
A grandfather-of-two who took up skateboarding aged 82 insists “age is no limit” – but has ruled out trying halfpipes.
Don Morton took up his new hobby in September after previously being a passionate skier and rollerblader, which he took up when he was nearly 70-years-old.
He taught rollerblading at Glasgow Caledonian University’s (GCU) Arc Sport Hall and only gave it up last year because he felt too old to be … More