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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

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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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