Keep Fit Collection (#5)

The medical and swimming baths at Torquays Marine Spa. Circa 1910

Formula One World Championship: Michael Schumacher in training before the Grand Prix
Michael Schumacher (GER) in training before the Grand Prix Formula One World Championship, Italian Grand Prix, Rd13, Monza, Italy, 7 September 1997

A man and woman running barefoot through water

A woman running

Man running across a bridge

P. T. 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
P.T. 1941. Airmen take part in physical exercise. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

The field, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
The field, 1941. Airmen take part in physical exercise. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Womens keep fit class in Dartford, Kent. 1937

Childhood exercise
MODEL RELEASED. Childhood exercise. Girl stretching on a yoga mat. She is four years old

Eldery womans hands
MODEL RELEASED. Eldery womans hands on an exercise bicycle

Elderly woman exercising
MODEL RELEASED. Eldery woman exercising on an exercise bicycle

Men exercising
MODEL RELEASED. Men exercising on exercise bikes in a gymnasium

Velib bike rental in Paris
Velib bike rental in a Parisian suburb showing a booking terminal and a rack of bicycles for hire. Bicycles can be hired for a day or a week or a year and returned to any station. Photographed in 2009

Solar-powered exercise machine
An exercise machine in a public park in Daejeon, South Korea. The step counter is solar-powered using the solar panel mounted above the machine

Exercise machines, Daejeon
A woman using one of a row of exercise machines in a public park in Daejeon, South Korea. She is watched by another woman

Exercise machine, Daejeon
A woman using an exercise machine in a public park in Daejeon, South Korea. She is watched by another woman

Man doing early morning exercises, Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China, Asia

An old age couple walking in the countryside
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A women mountain biking in a high Alpine valley
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A women mountain biking in a high Alpine valley at Bargis in Switzerland
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Joggers out in the early morning near Loughborough UK
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Yoga on the beach, Cancun, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Workers stretching and exercising before work in the morning, Yokohama, Japan, Asia

Group of school children in uniform during morning physical training in school courtyard with high snowy mountains in background, village of Kalpa, Recong Peo area, Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, India

Morning exercise, The Bund, Huangpu, Shanghai, China, Asia

Early morning tai chi in front of old customs house, Shanghai, China, Asia

Early morning t ai chi exercises in Huangpu Park on the Bund, Shanghai, China, Asia

A group of men and women doing tai-chi exercises in the open air on the Bund in Shanghai, China, Asia

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Embrace the Elements: From playful polar bears to dedicated fitness enthusiasts, keeping fit knows no bounds. Whether it's a young bear rolling around in the freshly formed snow or a woman diligently exercising her body and mind, staying active is essential for all creatures. In bustling Shanghai, a crowd of people gracefully practices Tai Chi, harnessing their inner strength amidst the vibrant energy of China. Meanwhile, back in 1980s June, a man showcases his agility by performing exercises with a frisbee – proving that fitness can be both fun and unconventional. As the sun rises over Hampstead Heath's serene Vale of Health, a runner embarks on an invigorating journey along a sunlit path. The tranquility of nature serves as motivation for those seeking solace while keeping fit. And speaking of unexpected pursuits, more and more married men are embracing weightlifting as their chosen form of exercise – defying stereotypes and pushing their physical limits. In the world of sports injuries and comebacks, Coventry City footballers Dave Bennett and Lloyd McGrath demonstrate resilience after breaking bones on the field. Their determination to recover showcases how maintaining fitness goes beyond just physical health; it also builds mental fortitude. From London to Paris and beyond, individuals like teenager Maureen Mulcock from Bellingham refuse to let limitations define them. They push boundaries through various activities such as yoga expert Lyn Marshall who graces stages like Albert Hall with her expertise. Fitness has evolved throughout history too – from Eugene Paz founding The Gym in Paris back in 1866 to witnessing human pyramids at French gymnastics festivals in 1899. These glimpses into our past remind us that staying active is not just about personal growth but also about celebrating our collective achievements. So whether you find joy in rolling around like a polar bear or prefer structured routines like Tai Chi or weightlifting - keep fit. Embrace your own unique journey towards wellness because when it comes to staying active, there are no limits.