While exercise is important at all stages of life, it provides unmatched protection against disease as we grow older. It also becomes crucial for preserving independence when seniors enter their tenth decade.
In fact, only a small portion of those who reach this milestone can say they still enjoy physical agility.
But a 61-year-old fitness fanatic recently revealed that her 93-year-old mother retained her vitality by prioritising mobility exercises at the gym.
She stressed that maintaining mobility requires conscious effort, particularly on challenging days when the temptation to skip exercise is strongest.
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|The nonagenarian noted that maintaining mobility requires conscious effort
Known online as Dalyce (fit__momof7), she shared footage demonstrating her mother's impressive physical capabilities.
In one clip, she explained: "My mom [is] 93. She doesn’t move like it.
"She doesn’t feel like it either. But she shows up four days a week. Because discipline isn’t loud, it’s quiet, consistent and often unnoticed."
She went on to note that discipline far outweighs motivation in terms of importance.
The story resonated strongly with viewers, with some rushing to the comments to share their thoughts. One wrote: "I’m officially in a worse shape than a 93-year-old."
Another person joked: "I think the 9 is upside down. No way!!"
A third person echoed: "I'm honestly shocked. She looks better than people half her age."
The daughter has repeatedly highlighted through her social media content that maintaining mobility requires deliberate, ongoing effort.
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|The 93-year-old is a frequent gym user
"My mom isn’t just lucky; she moves with ease because she decides to stay active even on those tough days when she’d rather not," she explained in a recent post.
"Mobility isn’t just for the elderly; it’s for anyone who wants to seize their freedom and long-term health."
She continued: "Don’t just sit there - make a move for a vibrant life! Consistent mobility exercises are non-negotiable for lasting health."
While the case demonstrates that physical activity becomes vital with advancing age, it is crucial to keep cardiometabolic markers in check at all stages of life.