September 22-28, 2013 Active Aging Week 7
2013 Active Aging Ambassadors Meet the Wellness Institute’s
James (Jim) Tomko Jim joined the Wellness Institute last year, after he broke an ankle and attended the Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Clinic. An ALCOA-MB peer leader, golfer, curler, coach and gardener, he’s also a musician and a busy volunteer. You may hear him as an announcer on CJNU 107.9 FM nostalgia radio. A former councillor and mayor of Winnipeg Beach, he’s motivated to keep active so he can enjoy a long life with his wife of 48 years and their two children. Judy Winnicki Judy has taken part in classes as a member of the Wellness Institute for the past 16 years, but these days you’re more likely to find her working out on the treadmill, bike, elliptical and weight equipment. When she’s not enjoying the camaraderie at the institute, she likes to keep her mind sharp with crosswords and Sudoku. Her advice: “Stay as active as you can. Stay positive.” Felix Perera Already active when the Wellness Institute opened, Felix has been a member from the start. When he retired due to health problems, he took part in the Cardiac Rehab program at Wellness and increased his visits from two to five days a week. A volunteer for Seven Oaks General Hospital and the institute’s Chronic Disease Programs, as well as at a kids cricket camp, he’s also an avid gardener. His advice: “Keep active. Eat well. Garden for relaxation.”
Gordon Laschuk A former professional hockey player whose career took him to Vancouver, the U.S. and Jamaica before he returned to Winnipeg to be close to family, Gord still straps on the skates — along with rollerblading, golfing and curling. A musician with several bands, he’s also an expert on reggae aerobics. His advice: “Find something that motivates you to do something. Make sure it’s a stress relief.” Harold Bagan An early bird, Harold is at the Wellness Institute at 5 a.m. five days a week. A former couch potato, he started running to deal with workplace stress and never stopped. Now retired, he takes part in marathons and fun runs and enjoys a good walk with his dog. He also enjoys the healthy low-salt, low-fat meals his wife prepares, and he loves to spend time with his grandchildren. His advice: “If you don’t use it, you lose it. This applies both physically and mentally. People should find what works for them and do it! Keep with it and you will feel great.” Sandra Swenarchuk A Wellness Institute member since 2003, Sandra is flexible — yoga is her focus, but she skates, curls, plays volleyball and basketball and is sports captain of her golf club. Always on the go, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, volunteering at Seven Oaks General Hospital, gardening, listening to music and socializing with friends. Her advice: “Keep yourself active, keep your body moving and keep socializing.”
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