Friday, July 14, 2006

Active body and mind

South Africa -- If you are among the 30 000 people expected to take part in the Discovery 702 Walk the Talk event next Sunday, don't be surprised if a sprightly granny overtakes you.

Seventy-nine-year-old Truus Palmer - a grandmother of eight - walks 5km twice a week, attends weekly tai chi classes and will be attempting the 10km fun walk at the Marks Park Sports Club in Emmarentia on July 23.

"You have to keep body and mind active you know!" laughs Palmer.

She attributes her longevity not only to her healthy lifestyle, but also to the "positive attitude to life" she's adopted.

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