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That’s a wrap! With 11,000 senior athletes aged 50 and above competing in 21 sports, ranging from swimming to track and field, the 2022 National Senior Games in Fort Lauderdale are all done — but this special group of seniors isn’t planning on slowing down anytime soon. Why? Well, they’ve already got the 2023 games on their minds.
Presented by Humana, The 2023 National Senior Games will take place July 7-18 in Pittsburgh — the “City of Champions.” Planning is already underway, and the event is shaping up to be one of the most exciting of the National Senior Games 36-year history.
To learn more about the 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana, visit the National Senior Games Association Homepage.
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The ultimate prep guide for the 2023 National Senior Games
Jessica Levy, for Humana
That’s a Wrap!
VISIT NSGA Homepage
2022
2023
JULY 7-18
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania
Want to join them?
Here are a few reasons why you should take part in next year’s games and instructions on how to join the fun.
OK, I’m in! What next?
Follow these steps to get yourself ready to participate
in the 2023 Pittsburgh National Senior Games.
Confirm your eligibility
National Senior Games athletes must be at least 50 years of age by December 31, 2022.
Sign up at the state level
This year, athletes who want to compete in the National Senior Games in Pittsburgh have to qualify at the state level first — this way, the games will truly be a meeting of champions.
Check out the National Senior Games Association’s list of state games to find out where and when your state will be holding its qualifying events.
Start practicing
National Senior Games athletes must be at least 50 years of age by December 31, 2022.
Earn an invite to compete at the National Senior Games
You can qualify for the National Senior Games in Pittsburgh in 2023 by placing among the top athletes in your sport at the state games, or by meeting minimum performance standards.
Complete your National Senior Games registration
Once you’ve made it onto the list of eligible athletes, you’ll receive an official notice from the National Senior Games Association with registration information. Don’t forget to officially register for the games to secure your spot — and may the best athlete win!
STEP 5
Complete your National Senior Games registration.
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STEP 4
Earn an invite to compete at the National Senior Games. your eligibility
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Start
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Sign up at the state level.
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STEP 1
Confirm your eligibility
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11K
ATHLETES
AGED
50+
21
SPORTS
Go for Gold
Winning isn’t everything, of course, but 46% of National Senior Games athletes said that the top reason they participate in the games is they are there to compete.
Fun for the whole family
Let the grandkids be the ones cheering on grandma and grandpa, for a change. This year, more than 15,000 family members traveled with senior athletes who were the stars of the show as their friends and family members watched with excitement. It’s fun for the whole family — and 28% of athletes said the main reason they participate is to have fun, both on and off the field.
Staying healthy and active
The National Senior Games celebrates the idea of fitness at any age, and so do its participants — while only 25% of the general older adult population exercises for 150 minutes or more per week, 60% of National Senior Games athletes do.
Connecting with other athletes
Feel like it’s harder to make friends as you get older? Not when you’re a National Senior Games participant. You’ll instantly join a group of people who love to bond over shared experiences, and many people come back year after year not only to compete, but to catch up with their fellow athletes.
Travel with a purpose
The National Senior Games is a perfect opportunity to see the country and explore new places, all while doing something meaningful and rewarding.
46%
are there to compete
28%
are there to have fun on and off the field.
60%
of NSGA atheletes get 150 minutes of exercise a week
