Retirement Rebels
Being Inspired from the Masters
Mike Drak was happy to find a new retirement role model at this years Master tournament. 89 year old Gary Player.
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Ironman Triathlon at 70: The Ultimate Retirement Rebel Challenge
The Ironman is regarded as one of the world’s toughest endurance races, and fewer than .01% of the world’s population have completed one. To earn a finisher’s medal you need to complete the swim, bike and run, with no breaks and completed under 17 hours. Can a 70-year-old do it – you betcha but you need some strong WHYs to make it to the finish line.
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Retirement Rebels
My Next Ironman: And the Emergence of "TurtleMan"
Mike Drak has reached that age where most everyone he works out and races with are younger and faster. So to deal with this reality, Mike has created himself an alter ego. TurtleMan!
Retirement Rebels
A Retirement Rebel’s Guide to Living Life and Redefining Retirement
At age 70, Mike Drak believes he still has plenty of gas left in the tank, and plans to push himself outside of his comfort zone for as long as he can.
Life
Defining Your Retirement Lifestyle: Things to Consider When Retiring in Another Country
Many people dream of retiring in another country they have visited on vacation. But just because you loved it while on vacation, may not mean you will love it in retirement.
Opinion
Retirement Meets Maslow
Could Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs be applied to the concept of retirement? Mike Drak thinks it can.
Inspiration
My 2025 Wish List
Last year, Mike Drak experienced what he called his "Annus Horribilis". He's planning on changing that this year.
What’s Your Retirement Vision?
Live Strong, Live Long, Live Happy
I love reading stories of “retirement rebels” who are putting their own spin on the long established retirement rules.
Purpose
Keith Richards: A Great Example of the Work and Longevity Connection
How does someone like Keith Richards survive decades of hard drug use, drink and smoke heavily, not exercise, eat the wrong foods and still be alive and thriving? Maybe that's where work and purpose come in.
Life
A Life, Work, Retirement Rethink
We are experiencing not only increased stress levels but a drop in our longevity. Is it time to rethink our life, work and retirement models?
Embracing "Monk Mode"
Mike Drak discovers that he seems to get his best writing done when he enters what is referred to as "monk mode".
Another Day - Another Funeral
Mike Drak has found that he seems to be going to many funerals lately which forced him to consider his own exit plans.
Creating My Legacy Through Giving
Mike Drak has been thinking about his legacy and how it he might further develop it. Being an author, he has figured out a plan. He's going to give away his books.
Giving Back in Retirement
Mike Drak has learned a great deal through his own retirement and now wants to help 1 million other retirees learn from his experience.
The Value of Having Retirement Role Models
Discovering what type of retirement you would like to have can often be found in the retired role models around you.
How to Spell Divorce in Retirement
Staying married is Mike Drak's objective. But he's discovered there is one thing that is proving to really be testing their relationship.
Book Review: How to Retire and Not Die
Retirement should be a time of life to be celebrated but unfortunately for many it isn't. Mike Drak reviews the book How to Retire and Not Die written to help people create a fulfilling retirement.
Where is Your Happy Place?
Everyone needs a happy place to go to. A place where we can relax, reflect and rejuvenate. Mike Drak shares where his is.
The Power of Pets in Supporting Aging
Isolation and loneliness as we age can be killers. Pets can play a powerful role in minimizing this.
My Mortality Wake Up Call
A recent visit to the doctor caused Mike Drak to have to take a good look at his life - and his mortality.
Book Review: Keys To A Successful Retirement By Fritz Gilbert
When I was planning my own escape from my thirty six year banking career I went out and read every retirement book I could get my hands trying to figure what to do next. Fritz’s book thankfully answers that important question as well as many others.
Life
Learning to Slow Down in Retirement
Even though Mike Drak has been technically retired for eight years, because of his ambitious personality he hasn't learned how to slow down. He's now trying to teach himself how to do this.
Living to 118 Years Old - Longevity Lessons to Be Learned From Sister André
The world's oldest person, Sister André has died at the age of 118. As part of her legacy, she has left us with quite a few lessons on how to live a long and purposeful life.
The Road to IRONMAN: Unfinished Business
Mike Drak didn't have the photo finish he was hoping for at his Ironman race in Cozumel. Looking for something special to celebrate his 70th birthday, he has decided to give Ironman another shot.
