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West Shore residents exercising both body and mind It’s never too late to get into an exercise routine. This is admi- rably demonstrated by a group of residents at the West Shore Retire- ment community who make use of treadmills, exercise bicycles as well as Monday and Wednesday ‘sit & stretch’ and Tuesday yoga instruction. Under the watchful eye of Activity Director, Patti Hurren, a dozen of the 71 building and 39 bungalow residents break a sweat ona regular basis. “I like Patti's instructions,” says Tom Sutherland with a twin- Ke in his eye. Th it Taking pai ins, al ihatunr P Patti Hurren, and at Sarvote ‘Anne Goreait and Don Geer. hour, entertainment, walks, bingo, cards, wheel of fortune, computer I social as physical. Equal numbers of men and women participate in a spacious, second floor gym over- looking Lake Scugog. “Our residents have a lot of fun up there,” says Patti. “It’s a word-of-mouth kind of thing.” The exercise program adds to the full roster of activities: Friday happy West Shore Village overlooking picturesque Lake Scugog in the charming town of Port Perry. club, ith bowling club outing to Lindsay and the ‘toonie Tuesday’ lunches from local res- taurants. “One gentleman spends 25 minutes on the treadmill and one of our ladies is up to 20 minutes,” explains Patti. Weights and resist- ance bands augment the heavy equipment. Lifelease bungalows and a 70-suite, full service retirement residence designed to meet your changing needs. “I wouldn't miss this. It keeps me in shape,” says resident, Don Geer. Margaret Hawkins makes no secret of her 88 years and says she’s trying to stay young. “Now Tl go and lay down,” she says with a tiny chuckle as she leaves the session. But she'll be back tomorrow! By Barbara Hunt Call us for a tour, complementary meal or overnight visit. erry rry J . 1 905-985-8660 * 1-800-248-0848 ° www.westshorevillage.com x e > ; 28 FOCUS - FEBRUARY 2008 “FOCUS. FEB.2008.indd 28 293 Pr -mail: karen.arbuckle@powergate.ca Street, Port Pe focus@observerpub.ca wveone s19:0400 |