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‘Cheerobics saved my life'
A group of Korean women in their 70s have found new freedom in their older age in 'cheerobics', a mixture of cheerleading and aerobics.
With pom poms and matching pink uniforms, they perform choreographed routines to K-pop, taking part in public shows and local competitions.
Produced by Olivia Lang and Julie Yoonnyung Lee. Filmed by Youjin Do.
Image: Cheerobics cheerleader Credit: BBC
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