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#527 Find Your Flow: Is It Pickleball? - Featuring Dr. Glynis Worthington

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Dr. Glynis Worthington redefined the concept of lifelong learning by earning a Doctor of Education from the University of Northern Iowa. Her groundbreaking dissertation explored the experience of adults aged 50 and older playing pickleball doubles, uncovering the sport's remarkable capacity to evoke flow—a state of complete immersion and enjoyment. Driven by curiosity, Dr. Worthington spent over 200 hours observing players, revealing that pickleball enthusiasts experience unprecedented levels of flow compared to previous studies.

Inspired by the social and psychological dimensions of the game, she aspires to use her research to promote health and well-being among older adults. Dr. Worthington’s dedication to this field stems from a deeply personal place, as she honors her late father by advocating for active, engaging lifestyles in retirement. Now a self-proclaimed pickleball scientist and health advocate, Dr. Worthington shares her insights through presentations and discussions, empowering others to discover the transformative benefits of this dynamic sport.

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Dr. Glynis Worthington redefined the concept of lifelong learning by earning a Doctor of Education from the University of Northern Iowa. Her groundbreaking dissertation explored the experience of adults aged 50 and older playing pickleball doubles, uncovering the sport's remarkable capacity to evoke flow—a state of complete immersion and enjoyment. Driven by curiosity, Dr. Worthington spent over 200 hours observing players, revealing that pickleball enthusiasts experience unprecedented levels of flow compared to previous studies.

Inspired by the social and psychological dimensions of the game, she aspires to use her research to promote health and well-being among older adults. Dr. Worthington’s dedication to this field stems from a deeply personal place, as she honors her late father by advocating for active, engaging lifestyles in retirement. Now a self-proclaimed pickleball scientist and health advocate, Dr. Worthington shares her insights through presentations and discussions, empowering others to discover the transformative benefits of this dynamic sport.

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