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Over 70, But as Fit as a Teenager

Senior citizen Rose "Chickie" Falicglia, a regular at the Rye YMCA, inspires others with her energy, strength and spirit.

Rose "Chickie" Falicglia, a senior citizen from Harrison, works out every day at the YMCA in Rye. She describes her age as "in the seventies," but that doesn't stop her from taking up to four classes a day, including pilates, yoga, zumba and step aerobics. Group Wellness Director Diana Vita and Senior Director of Healthy Lifestyles Laura Tiedge talked about Chickie's strength and spirit, as well as opportunities for other seniors at the Rye YMCA. Watch our video to see the YMCA's "Biggest Mover" in action.

Inspired by Chickie? May 26 is National Senior Health and Fitness Day, with free classes and a lunch event for senior citizens at the Rye YMCA.

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