Britons now don’t consider themselves “old” until they’re 76, according to a study which also revealed the key to feeling forever young.
Studies of over-60s have found that even though they are in their twilight years, ‘elderly’ people actually feel 13.5 years younger on average.
Of those who took part, almost nine in 10 (88%) said they felt “young at heart” – especially embracing life with ‘baby boomers’ 12% adopting YOLO (You Only Live One) as their mantra .
Additionally, a survey of 1,000 people by TUI, involving 1,000 respondents, found that almost one in 10 older Britons are enjoying a new lease of life in their golden years, which begin at age 60.
But what exactly keeps them young?
When asked, participants said that reasons included their grandchildren (40%), exercise (37%) and spending time with young adults (32%).
Other keys to staying young include listening to modern music (26%) and keeping up to date with loved ones and general news on social media (14%).
What’s more, the study found that most participants had taken part in adrenaline-fuelled activities in the past decade, such as live gigs, horse riding, pillion riding on a motorcycle and motorbike.
Also created a mountain biking list. In fact, 32% still consider themselves “thrill-seekers.”
Interestingly, water activities play a big role in these adventures, such as scuba diving or visiting water parks.
But the survey also found that 25% of senior Brits have never been down a water slide – something TUI wants to change.
In an effort to celebrate the ‘Golden Oldies’ and their adventurous streak, the company is offering one lucky ‘First Time Senior Slider’ a family break to make memories in Turkey this July – where they’ll also hit a waterslide. First time.
Those who want to take part in the competition – which includes a seven-night holiday at the Ali Bay Club in Mangat for the winner and their family – just need to answer three simple questions and submit a photo of themselves on TUI’s website.
The contest opens now and entries are accepted until June 9. Click here to enter.
“We love the positive mindset and adventure-seeking nature of many older Brits,” said Richard Soffer, commercial director of TUI UK&I.
“Far from simply easing themselves into their twilight years, this generation is truly living life to the fullest.
“To celebrate the waterslide’s centennial, we wanted to celebrate our 30 SplashWorld resorts and give a young-at-heart an amazing first-time experience with their family and create lifelong memories.”
However, some boomers may need a little more persuasion to embrace adventure – 19% of 60-64 year olds say it won’t be good for them at their age.
Although one in five people admitted to using their grandchildren as an excuse to go down a water slide – even if they wanted to do it themselves.
Some chose to blame others for hindering their joy with 5% saying their husbands, wives or partners wouldn’t let them slide, and twice as many men versus women worried they’d embarrass their grown children.
Regionally, seniors based in the North West (92%) and Scotland (90%) are the most ‘young at heart’ (national average 88%). Liverpool (14%), Nottingham (11%) and Manchester (10%) are over 60s.
Adrenaline junkies in the country have gone down a water slide 41-50 times in their lifetime (national average 5%).
One in five (21%) of those living in Cardiff stopped water-sliding after the age of 18.
Five Facts About Waterslides
The Guinness World Record for most water slides in a water park is held by Dubai’s Atlantis Aquaventure, which has 50 slides.
The largest waterpark in terms of area is China’s Chimelong Water Park which covers 449 acres – the equivalent of 339 football fields!
The world’s longest waterslide twists through a jungle in Malaysia and measures 1,111 meters – giving it four and a half minutes of sliding time.
Jaz Makadi Aquaviva, one of TUI’s Splashworld resorts, boasts the most water slides in its hotel range, with 50 different slides and attractions for guests to enjoy.
The world’s tallest waterslide is Kilimanjaro at the Aldea das Aguas Park Resort in Brazil, which is almost 50 meters high – the same height as Nelson’s Column and half the height of Big Ben – and can reach speeds of around 100kmh due to its steep incline.
The TUI competition opens now and entries are accepted until 9 June. Click here to enter.
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