The art of ageing well: Seniors who look vibrant and feel young

Mr Tan Kok Sing says being active makes him feel young. Ms Constance Singam got her master's degree at 60, re-learnt the violin at 74 and wrote books in her 70s.
Mr Tan Kok Sing says being active makes him feel young.PHOTO: TNP FILE
Retired cook Wong Wing Cheong, 91, cooks daily for himself and his wife. Madam Mary Ho, 82, also known as Grandma Mary, playing the electric guitar at the Community Chest Charity TV Show last week. She picked up the electric guitar at about 65. Madam
Madam Mary Ho, 82, also known as Grandma Mary, playing the electric guitar at the Community Chest Charity TV Show last week. She picked up the electric guitar at about 65.ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM

Going strong in old age is more than just staying physically healthy - it is also about mental, emotional and social health

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May 27, 2018, 5:00 am SGT
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That Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was criss-crossing Malaysia to campaign and speak at rallies at the age of 92 had already made many people wonder how he remains so healthy and energetic.

When he led the Pakatan Harapan coalition to an upset victory in Malaysia's May 9 general election to become the world's oldest elected prime minister, a lot more people asked the same question.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on May 27, 2018, with the headline 'The art of ageing well'. Print Edition | Subscribe
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