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melrosestewart.bsky.social
Park runner, educator & health professional, physio in BAFTA nominated documentary 'Old peoples home for 4year olds'. Now age 70, inspiring and looking to be inspired by like minds in promoting ageing well and living active and healthy lifestyles.
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Today, I had the absolute privilege of sharing my 50-year physiotherapy career journey with students @unibirmingham.bsky.social as part of their career day. From sitting on a wall outside my student digs in Bristol, navigating the aftermath of Enoch Powell's 'Rivers of Blood' speech

submitted 3 days ago • 1 comment

Such a beautiful morning for #parkrun. It was a little icy, so I really slowed the pace and opted for volunteering.😅 There's always a place for everyone @parkrunUK

submitted 30 days ago • 0 comments

Today, it was very cold but this 70 year old ran 6.17(9.9km) miles in 58m.46s. Why am I posting this? Just hoping to motivate others to get active and to stay active. I know the motivation I get from others is invaluable so, let's go!

submitted 58 days ago • 0 comments

Not the start, but the end of my 123rd #parkrun! Also not my fastest at 00:26:30, but 1st VW70-74, 2nd in Age-graded table of 581 runners and 37th female! More importantly, I got out of bed and I did it! #HappyChristmas #wellbeing #parkrunUK

submitted 65 days ago • 1 comment

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submitted 75 days ago • 12 comments

5 hours physical activity today.💪🏾🦵🏿💪🏾 Definitely not a normal day, but delighted that at age 70, I can: walk half an hour, do a 1hr body attack class, followed by 1hr pilates, then walk another half an hour back home and then do 2hrs clearing and bagging leaves.🏃🏿‍♀️🌿🌿 #moveitorloseit #enjoyageing

submitted 76 days ago • 1 comment

We tend share the best of our efforts on social media rather than our worse don't we? So here goes Yesterday, I didn't go for my regular run . Why? Excuses, excuses excuses But, today is new day and I am going to Pilates. Not going to beat myself up. 🙂 Have a great week everyone! #motivation

submitted 84 days ago • 0 comments

'Your time was 00:26:03!' I'll take that. 'You finished in 257th place out of a field of 708 parkrunners. You were the 47th female and came 1st in your age category VW70-74!' Hope you all enjoyed your #parkrun today. I did! #agehealthily #5k

submitted 86 days ago • 3 comments

I am seeing that #Thanksgiving has not put off a lot of people from continuing with their physical activity regimes. Celebrations can be, and should always be built into our health and wellbeing lifestyles. Happy Thanksgiving to all those celebrating! 🎉🎉

submitted 88 days ago • 1 comment

Today’s physical activity – a 30 min walk to beginner’s tennis for a diverse group of inner city women and 30min walk back home.🎾🚶🏾‍♀️ Also, feeling really energised by all the amazing people who have started to follow me through their enthusiasm for physical activity. 🙏🏾

submitted 88 days ago • 0 comments

⏳ One of the biggest challenges is time. Between work, family, and other commitments, squeezing in a workout can seem impossible. But remember, even small amounts of physical activity can make a big difference. #healthylifestyle

submitted 217 days ago • 0 comments

💡 The key is to incorporate short, effective workouts into your day. Think 10-minute walks, desk stretches, or quick workout videos. Consistency is more important than duration.

submitted 216 days ago • 0 comments

www.theguardian.com/wellness/art... #SocialConnection #SocialBeings #HolisticHealth #SocialHealth

submitted 91 days ago • 0 comments

Am I the only one who chickened out of #parkrun because it was pouring with rain? 😂 Perhaps, the stoics out there can offer some words of encouragement that will get me out there, no matter how heavy the rainfall.

submitted 92 days ago • 4 comments

Did you know you can also WALK at #parkrun? Regular walking with others improves blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol, physical functioning and emotional health (Hanson & Jones 2015). Every parkrun event as a volunteer "tail walker" who will stay at the back of the pack with the walkers. -

submitted 97 days ago • 0 comments

A newbie here. I'm an active 70 year old, looking to share ideas with like minds across ALL generations on how to stay motivated and inspired to stay well as we age. Please follow and share if health promotion and ageing well is of interest.🙏🏾 #agewell #activeageing #parkrun #healthpromotion

submitted 99 days ago • 0 comments

Starting as I mean to go on. Are you going to join me in setting new health goals? #parkrun #wellbeing #livewell #5k #parkrunUK

submitted 100 days ago • 1 comment