In this engaging episode, Dr. Queen interviews Carol Anthony, a team leader for Granny Basketball, a league dedicated to women over 50 who want to stay active through basketball. Carol shares her journey from being a young girl playing basketball with her older sisters to leading a team in Houston. She emphasizes the importance of staying active, especially for women in their 60s, and discusses how basketball has positively impacted her health, particularly in managing her lupus diagnosis. The conversation highlights the camaraderie among players, the fun of the game, and the health benefits of staying physically active at any age.

Carol also discusses the unique aspects of Granny Basketball, including the rules designed to keep players safe, the social connections formed through the sport, and the joy of competing with peers. The episode encourages older women to embrace physical activity and showcases the vibrant community that Granny Basketball fosters, proving that age is just a number when it comes to pursuing passions and maintaining health.

Keywords

Granny Basketball, women in sports, health benefits, active lifestyle, lupus management, community, older women, basketball, fitness, empowerment

Takeaways

"Lupus is my basketball therapy."

"A body in motion stays in motion."

"You can listen to your body and take breaks as needed."

"We celebrate every chance we get."

"You’re competing with people on the same level as you."

"I will play basketball as long as I have breath in my body."

"Fun was first; rehabilitation was a bonus."

"We just go around looking for a reason to celebrate."

"You think you cannot do it until you try."

"The camaraderie is what keeps us coming back."

Titles

Empowering Women Through Granny Basketball

Age is Just a Number: The Joy of Granny Basketball

Sound bites

"Basketball is my therapy."

"You’re competing with people on the same level as you."

"I will play basketball as long as I have breath in my body."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Granny Basketball

01:53 Carol's Journey to Basketball

03:36 Health Benefits of Playing Basketball

06:10 Nutrition and Game Day Prep

09:44 Family Support and Team Spirit

12:19 Injury Prevention and Safety

13:24 The Joy of Playing at Any Age

15:38 Building Relationships Through Sports

19:05 Encouragement for New Players

24:40 Upcoming Games and Community Involvement

The conversation explores the challenges of space ownership and community service, highlighting the need for empowerment and the creation of a resilience hub to address these issues primarily within the African American culture.

Takeaways

• Community resilience
• Empowerment

Chapters

• 00:00 Challenges of Space Ownership and Community Service

The episode introduces Dr. Kathy Tatum Week, dedicated to the inspirational and resilient life of Dr. Kathy Tatum. It covers her impact, inspiration, and the traumatic experiences she overcame, leading to the formation of the Collaborating Voices Foundation.

Takeaways

• Inspiration
• Resilience

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Kathy Tatum Week