Seniors who stay fit live longer, healthier and happier

Low-impact activity for seniors is kind to joints and promotes longevity. Photos: Reuters

Old age isn’t what it used to be.

“Our expectations have changed from dying at 75 to living well into our 90s and even to 100,” says Robin Robertson, a gym owner and trainer in Bellingham, Washington, who specialises in fitness for those 55 and older. “We could all use tips on how to make those years healthy and vibrant rather than burdensome.”