Winning the Race against Time

Angela Jimenez’s new book, Racing Age, explores a level of athleticism that many may not know was possible: competitive Masters Track & Field for those athletes aged 60 and over.

Jimenez, a former collegiate track & field multi-event athlete, has spent the last nine years traveling across the United States and Europe, photographing 81-year-olds jumping hurdles, 87-year-olds throwing discuses, and 76-year-olds pole vaulting.

“Because they defy visual stereotypes, these athletes surprise us,” she said. “They are not weak, or vulnerable, or just cute: they are fierce and competitive. It is inspiring and brave, but can also be scary to see an older person push the body to its limits.”

For more information, visit www.angelajimenezphotography.com

To purchase this book: https://www.amazon.com/Racing-Age-Masters-athletes-redefining/dp/069277212X