Staying fit for life

Marj Aldis feels fitter today than she did 30 years ago.
The Geelong pensioner received medical advice to take up regular exercise following a major health scare in her late 40s.
Her determination and commitment to following it means she feels fit and full of energy, even in her mid-60s.
Mrs Aldis suffered a brain aneurism and a minor stroke when she was 48. She spent six weeks in hospital before learning to walk again.
“I’m a very determined person – to the point that my occupational therapist told me to pull back in rehab as I was pushing myself so hard,” Mrs Aldis said.
Thanks to the rehabilitation, massage, physiotherapy, Bowen therapy and a fitness program, she slowly regained her strength.
Now as a long-term Splashdown member, Mrs Aldis attends two LiveWell gym sessions and one water aerobics class every week.
Consistent exercise had improved her strength and balance markedly, she said.
“The doctors have told me that I will have ongoing balance and spatial issues as a result of my illness, so I need to work on these for the rest of my life.”
“If I have a break from exercising for any reason, I notice that lose my balance really quickly.”
Thankfully that suits her beautifully as she doesn’t want to sit still and loves staying active, she said.
“I feel so wonderful and I truly enjoy all the benefits of exercising.”
Splashdown is running two come and try sessions on Monday 10 October as part of the Geelong Seniors Festival.
To book, call 5248 4555.