PremiumBethany ReitsmaSenior Lifestyle Writer·NZ Herald·7 Sep, 2026 08:00 PM7 mins to read Left to right: Helen Drinkwater, 91, Leigh Elder, 83, and Helen McIntyre, 83. Photos / Denise Piper, supplied, Jason DordayLifting weights, playing pickleball and eating salmon for breakfast could help you live well for longer, according to these Kiwis in their 80s and 90s.
Research shows regular exercise, a healthy diet and social connections support longevity. And as our average lifespan increases, our “healthspan” –
