Video stories
Below are some video stories from women over 50 about how they have added physical activity into their lives.
Blaithin enjoys pool exercises.
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"If I wait until I'm the perfect size, or the perfect shape, in the perfect body to go swimming, I'll be dead."
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Jo enjoys home boxing, weights and farm work.
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"This is about me. It can be 10 minutes here and there."
Dawn enjoys walking, running and yoga.
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"Find it in yourself, you're worth it...you deserve to spend time on your health and your body."
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Sophie enjoys tennis.
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"I know what it feels like when I don't exercise. The benefits outweigh the negatives for me."
Dianne enjoys walking, pedaling and crocheting!
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"I started with small steps and I just kept going."
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Annie enjoys yoga, plays golf, walks and swims.
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"It's no longer about being able to run a marathon."
Penny enjoys going to the gym.
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"I've seen my parents decline, and I want to delay that."
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Rosalie enjoys soccer, does yoga and parkrun.
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"For me, I found community."
Fiona enjoys daily strengthening exercises, brisk walking and weekend swimming.
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"It's important for me to feel fit so I can enjoy life."
