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[ RECREATION ] FIT FOR LIFE WHO IS LEO GOODMAN? What is the secret to a long life? Well according to Leo Goodman, a good attitude and an active lifestyle count for a lot. Considering that he is 101 yearsyoung – his advice seems pretty sound. A former member of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Mr. Goodman has been a regular at the Garnet A. Williams Fitness Centre since he moved to Vaughan in 2000. Mr. Goodman, who didn’t start frequenting the gym until well into his fifties, is a prime example of what life can be like if we strive for a kind, considerate and active lifestyle. Whether it is being active or being good to people, his advice is simple: “Don’t just say nice things, DO nice things.” "DON’T JUST SAY NICE THINGS, DO NICE THINGS" - LEO GOODMAN achievement award by the City which proudly hangs on his wall at home. The great-grandfather of seven not only lives alone, but has a license and can drive a car. His preferred method of transportation, however, may still be walking as he covers six to seven kilometres during his morning session each day. He is simply adored by those at the Vaughan community centre as you can never have a bad day after seeing the smile on his face. Mr. Goodman is an inspiration not only to the mature citizens whom he encourages to be active in any way they can, but to Vaughan citizens of every age for showing us there really are no excuses for not getting into shape. When you have lived as long as he has, it goes without saying that he has endured some tough times but what may be surprising to hear is that at 101 years of age, Mr. Goodman says that he has never felt as good mentally and physically as he does right now! Last year Mr. Goodman had a special birthday bash at the community centre, where his family and a multitude of local friends helped celebrate his 100th birthday. He was given a lifetime L ANGSTAFF PHARMACY Custom Compounding: • Pediatric • Biodentical Hormone Replacement Treatment • Veterinary • Patient Drug Counselling • Home Health Care FREE LOCAL DELIVERY ALL MAJOR DRUG PLANS ACCEPTED PARLIAMO ITALIANO Roberto Toso B. SC. Phm. Franca Moriana MON - THURS 8am - 8pm FRIDAY 8am - 6pm SATURDAY 9am - 4pm Sunday Closed B. SC. Phm. 8401 WESTON ROAD, UNIT 21 • WOODBRIDGE | 905.850.2790 2016 \ Celebrate Vaughan 107