World-Record Runner Julia Hawkins Turns 108, but Her Example is Timeless

Julia Hawkins, the oldest person to compete in a sanctioned track and field event, turns 108 today! Watch her record breaking runs at 103 and 105 years old as we share her inspirational story with the world.

[dannymeske]

At 77 and starting my running career this video came at just the right time!🏃🏃🏃

[jaynetabb]

Such an inspiration. Wishing you a happy birthday, Mrs. Hawkins!

[peacepocket]

I think the fact that she’s not afraid of death and has said on many occasions She’s ready to go be with her husband in the after life, it helps her live fearlessly!!! I love this story!

[Maxamillion]

Happy Belated birthday, what an inspiration. When I hear 20 & 30 year old complaining so much about what they cannot do, I think to myself omg...if they feel this way now, they will never make it to 50. Keep going & keep inspiring. Thank you

[micheleboschert]

She is a wonderful example of agelessness.👍👍👍

[allencraig]

Rest in Peace to a determined, inspirational and beautiful woman. You are finally back together with the love of your life, and now the love of your afterlife. ♥

[shellieslifeskillsschool]

What an incredibly inspiring woman. You go Julia 🎉🎉

[tnrc]

My mom runs half marathons at 73, has been running for over 45 years and infected me with the bug. At 50 I'm able to beat younger people at basketball and still run 1:45 half marathons. I could see my mom being like this in another 30 years. Thanks for the inspiration.

[thantthuriya]

Happy 108th birthday, Ms. Hawkings from Myanmar.

[williespruill]

HAPPY Belated Birthday Mrs Julia Hawkins We love you.

[rosiemultari]

Happy Birthday Julia! God bless you xo

[wisdomwarriorchallenge]

I spoke to Julia in 2020 when we were preparing for our first Wisdom Warrior Challenge, a senior track event 50-110 for untrained athletes that want to make a change. She told me how important it was to have something for older folks to train for and look forward to. I have been following her ever since. Her videos inspired so many athletes to join our free event. She is an icon. Rest in peace.

[reneebaker]

That's such an inspiring story! :)

[TheDionneg]

Inspirational! Keep moving! Happy Birthday!

[drstroman]

A blessing and inspiration to many. Thanks, Mrs. Hawkins!

[chelseapoet]

Thank you for this beautiful channel 🥰

[ritaguyot]

What an amazing lady!! I'm 71 and watching her makes me feel young and wanting to live to my fullest!! Happy 108 Julia

[rethaf]

Thank you for this wonderful story on Julia Hawkins. I did not know her until I read about her in the "Our Daily Bread" devotional book.❤ I'm 75 and hope to always keep positive. God is good!!❤

[DianneSpears-tlcd]

Happy birthday Mrs.Hawkins...u r amazing !!!

[mikekinsella]

she can break every record for every yr she runs. imagine what the record will be for over 110 if she can do it