Singapore seniors turn playgrounds into parkour training grounds
A group of older adults in Singapore has begun practicing parkour at a local playground, saying it boosts confidence and community ties.
In Singapore, a rapidly aging nation, seniors are taking up parkour as a creative way to stay fit. Coach Tan Shie Boon leads the sessions, noting that the activity enhances participants' self-assurance. The practitioners also appreciate the social connections formed during training. a reporter at one outlet observed the class to experience the moves firsthand.
Why it matters
It shows how innovative exercise can help aging populations stay healthy and socially connected.
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