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How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries?

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Singapore is one of the world’s fastest aging countries and its seniors are embracing the challenge of staying healthy creatively.

One group has started practicing parkour in a playground.

Coach Tan Shie Boon says the sport improves their confidence, while they say it has the added benefit of bringing together community.

The BBC’s Kelly NG joined a training session to see their moves first-hand.

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