Grassroots with passion 05
SPOT LIGHT
LEADING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
Grassroots interviews two members to find out more about their healthy lifestyles and hear their tips for keeping fit. Meet Ms Audrey Tseng, 59, and Ms Helen Tan, 60, who frequent TGC’s gym as part of their healthy lifestyle routine.
H: Yes, Singaporeans should carve out time for exercising. I also get friends to exercise with me. Exercising for about 1 to 1.5 hours in a week will help one to keep fit. Any other tips for our members on keeping fit and staying healthy? A: Exercise well and eat right. Also, to have discipline to exercise regularly. H: They could start with gentle exercises such as yoga at a CC/RC near their homes. This will motivate them since they do not need to travel far. Also, it would be more enjoyable when friends exercise together. One should make time to exercise to get into the momentum of exercising. How do you balance work, exercise and family life? A: I believe it is about self-discipline – I will always set aside time for exercising despite my busy schedule. This way, I make sure that I get to exercise every week. H: As I am not working, I will prepare meals for my children and go for an exercise while they are having their meal. I will let them know that I am attending an exercise class at the nearby RC so that they can look for me if they wish. On weekends, my friends and I will go for swimming together while our children stay home to rest. This way, I balance my family life with exercise.
How often do you exercise at our g y m? Audrey: Every week day around noon. Helen: I use the gym here about 2 – 3 days a week, either in the morning at 10 or about 1pm. What do you like about our gym? A: It is close to my office and very convenient for me. H: It has the Jacuzzi, steam room and gym all in one; not many places have that convenience. I go to the Jacuzzi first and then to the gym. A good soak before my workout makes exercising relaxing and more enjoyable. Tell us your gym routine. A: I go on the treadmill, the rowing machine, bench press and sit-up bench. I enjoy using the treadmill and the rowing machine most, often alternating between the two. H: I use all the gym equipment, but particularly enjoy being on the treadmill and the bench press. Despite the hectic lifestyle of many Singaporeans with low priority for keeting fit, what do you advise? A: They can go for after-dinner walks in their neighbourhoods. It is important to set aside time for exercising and to instill self-discipline no matter how busy.
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