Seniors are “Getting Richmond Moving”
September 15, 2005
Since the launch of “Getting Richmond Moving” in June, seniors have been actively bicycling, walking, carpet bowling, dancing, gardening, golfing, swimming and playing tennis - proving why Richmond seniors are the most active and live the longest in Canada.
Minoru Place seniors showcased their healthy lifestyles this summer by getting actively involved in a number of events including riding the Big Bike for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, walking the entire route of the Steveston Salmon Festival Parade and showing the kids at Richmond Playday “how to play”.
Lucille, known as “Jumping Lucy”, a 70-plus year old participant at Minoru Activity Centre who exercises 3-4 days a week says, “Living an active lifestyle enhances the joy of everyday life.”
Improving quality of life is one of Richmond Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services main goals. It’s about developing healthy minds and bodies and providing more opportunities for people in the community. Through “Getting Richmond Moving”, people of all ages and abilities are encouraged to get active and support the City’s commitment to increase physical activity by 20 per cent by 2010.
This fall, seniors in Richmond will continue to share their life-long wisdom about the benefits of active living, teaching children and families to enjoy life, stay active and get involved in their community.
According to Statistics Canada, people in Richmond have the greatest life expectancy in Canada, living an average of 83.4 years, almost four years longer than the normal average of 79.5.
