90-year-old grandfather proves fitness has no expiry date: ‘I go to the gym by myself and strength train three times a week’

Jennifer Martin's grandfather, a 90-year-old fitness trainer, embodies senior health through strength training. His daily routine, which includes exercises such as sit-to-stand and chest presses, emphasizes the importance of maintaining muscle for independence and longevity. (Instagram/Jennifer Martin)

In an era where aging is often associated with decline, a 90-year-old grandfather is rewriting the narrative about senior health. Fitness trainer Jennifer Martin took to social media to document the incredible physical resilience of her grandfather, affectionately known as ‘Poppy’, proving that strength training was a lifelong endeavor. Also read | A 62-year-old grandmother … Read more

Orillia has been moved to a recycling cart, collected every other week.

Orillia has been moved to a recycling cart, collected every other week.

“We are pleased to offer Orillia residents an enhanced and convenient recycling program,” said Circular Materials officials news releaseorillia city***********************Starting July 2, 2026, Orillia residents will enjoy an enhanced residential recycling program, including processing all materials in a single recycling cart. Recycling collection takes place every two weeks. This widely used automatic recycling cart program … Read more