Innovative Exercise Spaces

Why have seniors in Zimbabwe established a fitness club in a graveyard?

Seniors in Zimbabwe's capital established the Commandos Fitness Club in a graveyard due to a shortage of available gym spaces. The unique location serves a dual purpose - providing them with a place to exercise while also serving as a powerful reminder of how lack of physical activity can shorten lives. The high-energy workouts amid gravestones help combat the rising cases of chronic diseases in Zimbabwe, particularly age-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension. As 65-year-old member Nelly Mundandwa explains, the cemetery has become the perfect spot for seniors to maintain their health and keep old age diseases at bay through regular cardio workouts.