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
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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. ●
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