64 year-old swimmer Jim Dragon proves the benefits of swimming and that it is an ideal exercise for older people. 

Not only is swimming easy on the joints, but it helps keep your body in shape too.

And now there's more evidence that swimming may actually be good for your brain.

Age Doesn't  Slow Down Champion Swimmer, 64

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