Why do seniors exercise in Harare City Cemetery and what health benefits do they gain?

At Harare City Cemetery in Zimbabwe, 65-year-old Nelly Mundandwa and fellow seniors engage in daily hour-long fitness sessions featuring squats, lunges, and stretches to upbeat music. For Mundandwa, this routine serves as a crucial lifeline for managing her diabetes, while the cemetery setting provides a poignant reminder of those who died prematurely from chronic diseases due to lack of exercise. Participants view their unique workout location as meaningful - they exercise among those who 'were laid to rest before their time,' many due to conditions like diabetes that might have been managed through physical activity. The fitness initiative addresses a significant public health challenge while helping seniors improve their health and potentially extend their lives through regular exercise.