WADENA, Minn. — Lolita Myers is proving age is just a number.

The 84-year-old Wadena woman recently became a grandmaster in taekwondo.

To become a grandmaster, students must dedicate decades to training, achieve a high black belt rank and demonstrate extensive experience in teaching.

“Ever since I’ve known her, she has been a fantastic student and incredibly consistent,” said Grandmaster Eric Greenquist, who has trained with Myers for more than 25 years. “It’s a real pleasure to work with her and to have been part of helping her reach the level of grandmaster.”

Myers took her Seventh Dan exam in July, where she was tested on her form, technique, strength, self-control, knowledge and agility.

To pass, she needed to break as many as 50 boards with either her hands or feet, demonstrate h

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