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The fact is that you are never too old to get moving and improve your health. Adults who become active later in life often show greater physical and mental improvements than their younger counterparts. If you’ve never exercised before, or it’s been a while, you won’t be encumbered by the same sports injuries that many regular exercisers experience in later life. In other words, there aren’t as many miles on your clock, so you’ll quickly start reaping the rewards. Just begin with gentle activities and build up from there. At any age, the hardest part is taking the fi rst step toward becoming more active. There are many seniors’ organizations and community recreation programs that off er diff erent ways for seniors to stay physically fi t. From daily activities and dancing to exercise classes, there are always opportunities for senior s to get moving. Whatever your path to physical activity, the result will always be positive. ● For Further Study www.AngelsSeniorLiving.com www.nrcresearchpress.com/doi/10.1139/h2012- 061#.W1i_ANJKiUk Daniel Mulloy Responds to a Proust Questionnaire 1. If not yourself, who would you be? If I were not myself, I’d love to be pro football quarterback Brett Favre from the 1997 Green Bay Packers. He is my favourite athlete of all time, and he played the game with so much vigour and tenacity that it was a joy to watch. The Packers won the Super Bowl in 1997 versus the New England Patriots. If I could be anyone it would most defi nitely be him. Artist and sculptor Pablo Picasso runs a close second. 2. What is your idea of happiness? Happiness to me is spending time with my wife and son. I didn’t know how rewarding spending time with the family could be until I had a family of my own. I am happiest when I can be with my family. I love them both very much; they bring me so much joy. 3. How do you find meaning in life? Life has not always been easy. I have had to face many challenges along the way (like so many others have had to), but I think that the meaning of life has come to me by accepting challenges head on; learning about myself and others through adversity; and relishing those who truly love you and you love in turn. I’m not sure what the meaning of life is yet, but I do know that there are people in my life who give it meaning. 4. Which talent would you most like to have? I’d love to be able to play an instrument, specifi cally the fi ddle. Unfortunately, I do not have any musical talent; in fact, when I was young my mother, who was a piano teacher, told me that I might be tone deaf so she encouraged me to play more sports...probably her way of keeping me from banging on her piano any longer. I love Celtic music and I think playing the fi ddle would allow me to further enjoy that musical style. 5. What is your favourite place in Canada? My favourite place in Canada is Jasper, Alberta. I love the beautiful mountain views, fresh air, wildlife, and that feeling of being close to nature. Whenever I’m in Jasper, I feel at peace. Whether it is hiking Mt. Edith Cavell, soaking in the Miette Hot Springs, or relaxing by Maligne Lake, spending time in Jasper with my family is defi nitely a treat for me. ● news&views AUTUMN 2018 | 7