LOVELAND – Age is just a number to Pat Howden, and so is 5,000 – as in 5,000 tricep lifts.
“Today I’m going to do – if my lungs hold up like they should – I’m going to do 5,000 non-stop,” Howden said.
Doing high-reps and using low weight is common, but Howden takes it to the next level.
“People say you’re crazy,” Howden said.
At Gold’s Gym in Loveland, 67-year-old Howden works out daily, hoping to someday raise money to help others like him.
Pat was an alcoholic for 30 years, but has been sober for the last 18.
“The good Lord saved my life. I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t quit drinking. I don’t condone drinking, but I hit rock bottom,” Howden said.
Howden says he rarely gets tired, and doesn’t even break a sweat during his work-outs. He believes that exercise is a necessity.
“[My] inspiration: eat healthy and how long do you want to live. You’ve got a choice in life. If you don’t exercise you’re not going to live. I’m just a strong advocate on that,” Howden said.
Jessica Leicht contributed to this article.
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