--- title: "September Athlete of the Month: Angie Deckert!" description: Meet Angie Deckert, our September Athlete of the Month, who proves it's never too late to stay active and healthy at 67, inspiring everyone with her dedication and achievements. image: https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-09-26%20at%2010.23.48%20AM.png --- [Skip to main content](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/september-athlete-of-the-month-angie-deckert#main) [![Logos (1)-1](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos%20(1)-1.png?width=110&height=110&name=Logos%20(1)-1.png) ![Logos (1)](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=Logos%20(1).png) ![Logos (1)](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos%20(1).png?width=250&height=250&name=Logos%20(1).png) ![Logos (1)](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos%20(1).png?width=100&height=100&name=Logos%20(1).png)](https://www.teamnaturalwellness.com/) - [Home](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com) - [About Us](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/-about-us) - [Show submenu for Free Resources Free Resources](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/free-resources) - [Testimonials](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/resources/testimonials) - [Show submenu for Services Services](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services) - [Manual Therapy](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/traditional-manual-therapies) - [Dry Needling](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/functional-dry-needling) - [IASTM](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/iastm-graston) - [Myofascial Cupping](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/myofascial-cupping) - [Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/pelvic-floor-physical-therapy) - [Nutrition](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/nutrition) - [Pickleball](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/pickleball) - [Small Group Training](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/small-group-training) - [Affiliate Program](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/affiliate-program) - [Blog](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog) - [Events](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/events-workshops) - [Contact](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/contact) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com) - [About Us](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/-about-us) - Show submenu for Free Resources Free Resources - Free Resources - [Free Resources](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/free-resources) - [Testimonials](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/resources/testimonials) - Show submenu for Services Services - Services - [Services](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services) - [Manual Therapy](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/traditional-manual-therapies) - [Dry Needling](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/functional-dry-needling) - [IASTM](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/iastm-graston) - [Myofascial Cupping](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/myofascial-cupping) - [Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/pelvic-floor-physical-therapy) - [Nutrition](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/nutrition) - [Pickleball](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/pickleball) - [Small Group Training](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/small-group-training) - [Affiliate Program](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/affiliate-program) - [Blog](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog) - [Events](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/events-workshops) - [Contact](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/contact) - [Book an appointment NOW](https://intakeq.com/booking/wnvzjm) [Book an appointment NOW](https://intakeq.com/booking/wnvzjm) Blog Categories ### September Athlete of the Month: Angie Deckert! At age 67, our September Athlete of the Month, Angie Deckert, is all about staying fit and healthy so she can keep up with her family. "I am working to stay in shape and be able to play and keep up with my grandchildren. I also want to keep moving!” Angie said. Angie first came to Dr. Allison for help with her running form. “She helped me understand what I was doing wrong and gave me exercises to help. I am able to continue to run and am doing well!” Angie explained. “During one of those early sessions, I mentioned that I have migraines. She was able to give me exercises, and with needling and scraping, I have only had one in the last 6 months!”![Screenshot 2024-09-26 at 10.23.33 AM](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-09-26%20at%2010.23.33%20AM.png?width=285&height=379&name=Screenshot%202024-09-26%20at%2010.23.33%20AM.png) When it comes to staying fit, running is both Angie’s favorite and least favorite activity. “It is hard sometimes, but it’s how good I feel physically and mentally afterward that keeps me going back,” she said. She has also found a supportive community in TJ’s Running Family. “They have become my second family,” she shared. “During my husband’s cancer journey and subsequent passing, they were there for me with support, encouragement, and diversion.” One of Angie’s proudest moments was running her first half marathon at age 66, just 4 days shy of her 67th birthday, where she placed first in her age group. She has also earned first place in several 5Ks. Her next goal? “To continue running injury free and keep my stamina up.” Along with running, Angie has added [SASS classes](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/small-group) at Natural Wellness to her workout routine. “I really feel this has helped me become stronger and more flexible,” she said. ![IMG_1455](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_1455.jpg?width=260&height=347&name=IMG_1455.jpg)Beyond fitness, Angie is proud of her role as a grandmother. “A little over a year ago, my daughter and son-in-law had twin sons, and I had the privilege to watch them every weekday for the first year. And I had the stamina to do it!” Angie’s story shows that it’s never too late to focus on living and active and healthy life, and her dedication is truly inspiring! ###### Tags: [running,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/running) [Athlete of the Month,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/athlete-of-the-month) [local athlete,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/local-athlete) [Dr. Allison,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/dr-allison) [strength training,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/strength-training) [family / children,](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/family-children) [SASS class](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/tag/sass-class) ![Team Natural Wellness](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos%20(1)-2.png?width=50&height=50&name=Logos%20(1)-2.png) Post by [Team Natural Wellness](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog/author/team-natural-wellness) Sep 26, 2024 10:14:52 AM ### Comments [![Team Natural Wellness](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/hs-fs/hubfs/**NWPT.png?width=83&height=90&name=**NWPT.png)](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com) - [Home](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com) - [About Us](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/-about-us) - [Free Resources](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/free-resources) - [Services](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services) - [Blog](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/blog) - [Events](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/services/events-workshops) - [Contact](https://go.teamnaturalwellness.com/contact) **Natural Wellness Physiotherapy ** (316) 290-9158 309 S. 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