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homecoming bike world record

Dermot Higgins, has cycled into the Guinness Book of Records!

Dermot Higgins at 56 has just become the oldest person to cycle around the globe. Dermot, and his trusty bicycle, Karolina, started their epic journey in June last year and arrived back in his hometown of Rush, Co. Dublin on April 7th after 9 months and 29,000 kilometres of tough cycling over all sorts of

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Walking football

Walking football, a perfect exercise for older adults in the UK

The health benefits of playing football and the importance of exercise and social contact for healthy ageing are well established. But sometimes, the physical demands of play at full speed may make it unsustainable for some older adults. Walking football can be a way of playing football differently. Indeed, it’s enjoyable and moderately demanding and may be

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