by Steve James on Sun May 18, 2008 10:43 am
Well, Lalanne's outfits have always been unusual, compared to what others were wearing in the gym. But, I remember him from his early tv shows. His shows were basically for housewives and others who were at home during the day. His show came on after the kiddie shows (like Captain Kangaroo) and before the game shows began (like The Price is Right). But, Lalanne was really the first person I recall ever talking about health foods on television. Remember, that was when cigarette commercials ruled the airwaves.
Don't know how old he is now, but I remember that when he was 65 he swam across some river towing 65 rowboats behind him for his birthday exercise. Oh, he had his hands tied behind his back too. I think he kept up these demonstrations for a long time. He's a helluva guy.
"A man is rich when he has time and freewill. How he chooses to invest both will determine the return on his investment."