<p>Garth Barfoot is 88 years old and, a few weeks ago, was the oldest finisher in the 2024 New York marathon.&nbsp;</p><br><p>This is his second time on the podcast- last time he came on was in 2022 when he was just on his way to London for the marathon.&nbsp;</p><p>What makes Garths story even more inspiring is he was a late bloomer- did not even start running until his early 50s.</p><br><p>In this conversation with this truly great New Zealander we talk about his whole recent New York experience.</p><p>We go back for a look at his childhood and what it was like being a kid in NZ during the second world war.</p><p>We chat about his career in real estate at the firm his dad established- Barfoot and Thompson.</p><p>He shares some valuable life lessons, including the importance of staying positive, adapting to modern technology and the keys to a fulfilling retirement and his aspirations he holds for the future, particularly in relation to his passion for marathons.</p><br><p>Garth is the man.&nbsp;He inspires me and gives me a glimpse into just how awesome life can look in your 80s if you stay fit and healthy (and have a little bit if luck). Hope you guys like this one.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Dom Harvey Podcast

Dom Harvey

Garth Barfoot - The OLDEST Person to Run the 2024 New York Marathon

DEC 4, 202482 MIN
The Dom Harvey Podcast

Garth Barfoot - The OLDEST Person to Run the 2024 New York Marathon

DEC 4, 202482 MIN

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<p>Garth Barfoot is 88 years old and, a few weeks ago, was the oldest finisher in the 2024 New York marathon.&nbsp;</p><br><p>This is his second time on the podcast- last time he came on was in 2022 when he was just on his way to London for the marathon.&nbsp;</p><p>What makes Garths story even more inspiring is he was a late bloomer- did not even start running until his early 50s.</p><br><p>In this conversation with this truly great New Zealander we talk about his whole recent New York experience.</p><p>We go back for a look at his childhood and what it was like being a kid in NZ during the second world war.</p><p>We chat about his career in real estate at the firm his dad established- Barfoot and Thompson.</p><p>He shares some valuable life lessons, including the importance of staying positive, adapting to modern technology and the keys to a fulfilling retirement and his aspirations he holds for the future, particularly in relation to his passion for marathons.</p><br><p>Garth is the man.&nbsp;He inspires me and gives me a glimpse into just how awesome life can look in your 80s if you stay fit and healthy (and have a little bit if luck). Hope you guys like this one.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>