Fitness fusion knows no age limit

FALLBROOK – When Leona Crump made a return visit to Fallbrook this month from her retirement home in Jamul and attended Ann Wade's early-morning Fitness Fusion class, she joined a few friends at the class who proudly admit to being in their eighth decade.

Five ladies at the class, which is open to all ages, have been attending workout classes at the Fallbrook Community Center for more than 20 years. Gloria Thies is the most senior member at 89, Leona Crump is next at age 87, Janice Enger is 86 and Margaret Curtis is 82. Sue Thorne will be 80 this year. Collectively, the ladies been exercising for more 100 years at the Community Center in fun classes that combine aerobics, dance, yoga and Pilates.