The 101-year-old American said that he lived so long because of his love for bowling.

Tim Tengeman of Mechanicsburg, who has lived for over 100 years, has suggested that the game of bowling itself may be one of the reasons for his longevity.The old man competes several days a week.

Moreover, he always becomes the oldest participant in tournaments, but he can still boast of a good game.

In the tournament tables, the team does not occupy the last places, but most often it is in the middle.

The long-suffering admits that he used to go bowling regularly with his friends, but after they all retired, they gave up such a joint pastime.

Tenjman considers their decision a big mistake and tries to prove it with his example. The American continues to keep himself in shape and lead an active lifestyle.

One of the bowling records set at the beginning of the year is planned to be officially registered.

After research, Harvard scientists found out that longevity depends on nerve cell stimulation. Experts analyzed the genes

in the front part of the human brain and found that it is important for a long and healthy life to be able to relax the nerve cells.

And indeed, the more mentally calm a person is and occupies himself with sports, the longer and healthier he can live.