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A 79-year-old former athlete is documenting his journey to dunk again

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A 79-year-old recently decided he wanted to try to dunk a basketball.

Charlie Gross retired in 2013 .

He's in generally good physical health but, like anyone his age, he's been through some challenges.

The benefits for bone density, balance, coordination and overall physical health are incredible.

Goal setting is especially important for seniors, says Pacific Angels Home Care .

The mental boost from working to achieve a goal helps fight off depression that's so common in seniors.

Trying new things and challenging ourselves is a crucial part of being alive.

In one of his videos, Gross quotes Spock from Star Trek: "Live long and prosper".

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informal

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English

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31

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