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Aging Gracefully

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“THE PROGRAMS AT FIT FOR LIFE HAVE BEEN A BRIGHT RAY OF SUNSHINE IN OUR LIVES, FROM OFFERING HELPFUL POST-OP REHAB IN OUR HOME 18-MONTHS AGO TO NOW PROVIDING A SUPERB NEW EXERCISE FACILITY JUST MINUTES AWAY IN OAK BAY. BRAVO! WE BURST WITH THANKS TO YOU.” – LEE

I t’s especially important as we grow older to build and maintain functional strength in order to age gracefully. Research shows that regular exercise reduces high blood pressure, increases circulatio­n, restores functional strength, stabilizes blood sugar levels, aids in maintainin­g balance, and more importantl­y, improves cognitive function. “Continuing to be cognitivel­y and physically active is paramount for overall brain health,” says Dr. Neelum T. Aggarwal of the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center in Chicago.

Fit For Life offers specialize­d one-on-one and group fitness programs for clients dealing with a variety of health conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, polymyalgi­a, hypertensi­on, knee and hip replacemen­ts and shoulder injuries, as well programs for people who just want to stay active. Fit for Life can assist you in performing exercises for strength, cardiovasc­ular wellness and balance and flexibilit­y that can help you perform everyday tasks. Clients report great results, as in-house Medical Exercise Specialist­s develop, implement and supervise programs for people with musculoske­letal and neurologic­al conditions.

Located in a charming, upscale fitness boutique, and convenient­ly located in the heart of Oak Bay Village at # 202- 2187 Athlone Court, you can book an appointmen­t by calling: 250-382-2328. Visit: fit-4-life.ca for details. Do something for your body today… you will be glad you did.

 ??  ?? JOAN, TERRY, BOB, CLAUD AND DONA AT FIT FOR LIFE, VICTORIA’S FITNESS STUDIO FOR PEOPLE, AGED 40+.
JOAN, TERRY, BOB, CLAUD AND DONA AT FIT FOR LIFE, VICTORIA’S FITNESS STUDIO FOR PEOPLE, AGED 40+.

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