Poster artist Theo Dimson, 51, works out on an exercycle at home and bicycles in the summer to maintain his high energy and fitness level. Last fall h(...)

Original Toronto Star caption: Poster artist Theo Dimson, 51, works out on an exercycle at home and bicycles in the summer to maintain his high energy and fitness level. Last fall he took up horseback riding and it has become his passion. Here he illustrates a waist and stomach exercise for people over 50. The exercise helps strengthen stomach muscles and is also excellent for improving your breathing. The exercise helps strengthen stomach muscles and is also excellent for improving your breathing. Here's how to do it: While sitting on the edge of a chair with yout shoulder touching the back of it and holding your back very straight, move your legs in a pedalling pattern. With your hands holding the chair on both sides, breath normally. Pedal for a few minutes, rest, and then repeat the action. Remember to go very slowly and stop if you begin to feel tired.