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Meet an “Amazing” With a Fervent Belief in "Move It or Lose it"

Acclaimed choreographer, age 90, makes a workout video for seniors.


If Dame Gillian Lynne, age 90, acclaimed choreographer (“Cats,” “Phantom of the Opera”) had a mantra, it would be "move it or lose it." At 88, Dame Gillian released a video for seniors to encourage them to exercise,
whether they were beginners who needed a gentle approach or life-long work-out-ers who could benefit from more strenuous exercises.

She practices what she preaches. Dame Gillian--despite two metal hips and one metal foot (!)--prizes her mobility. Movement and exercise is imperative, says she, to a continuing love of life.

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