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Grandma Loretta Rolled Out Her Mat for Morning Stretches. She Got a Workout Buddy.

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Sunlight spills across the wooden floor, and Grandma Loretta has rolled out a sage green mat for her morning stretches. On her knees in a gray sweater and teal shirt, she reaches both arms forward along the mat, glasses on, face calm and focused. Right next to her, Saffron has struck the exact same pose. The Abyssinian's front legs stretch long, her back end is raised, and her tail curls up behind her, a perfect feline downward stretch. A few toy mice lie scattered nearby, along with a stack of folded towels, a mug, and woven baskets on the shelves.

Gentle stretching is a wonderful habit for older adults, helping with flexibility, posture, and easing stiffness. Many community centers offer chair yoga or senior stretch classes, and it is wise to check with a doctor before starting a new routine. Cats, of course, are natural stretchers. They often do a long, front-reaching stretch after waking up, which helps get blood flowing and loosens their muscles. Athletic, active breeds like the Abyssinian are especially limber and love to climb and leap, so providing tall cat trees and interactive toys helps them stay fit and happy indoors.

Whether Saffron is copying her or simply waking up at the right time, the result is the same: two friends stretching side by side to greet the day. Grandma Loretta could not ask for a more dedicated, or more flexible, workout partner.

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