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Health · 11 July 2026

Staying fit in your 70s means movement is part of your life

Staying fit in your 70s means movement is part of your life

Psychologists say people who stay active into their 70s often don't see movement as a chore or separate 'exercise project'. Instead, they've naturally woven physical activity into the life they actually want to live, making it feel personally chosen and meaningful. Long-term fitness is more about how movement fits your life than just having exceptional motivation or good genes.

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