Every morning at 6:30 many Japanese people in different parts of Japan start their day with radio gymnastics. NHK, the national broadcasting company of Japan, has played a 10 minute tune all around Japan now for 82 years. It seems that everyone knows the piano-tune and the moves. I guess it is fair to say radio gymnastics is deeply rooted to Japanese culture, promoting healthy lifestyle and sense of unity.
Excising early is indeed a good way to get a day going. People who feel they need several hours to wake up properly radio gymnastics may be the quick solution.
The early morning event seems to be a routine for many seniors. For example this morning in Oita-city there were 56 people (counted every day), out of which there was only one child. During the summer holiday more youth is said to come.
Tested and working in Japan. I think this idea could be suggested to YLE, the national broadcasting company of Finland. Then, assign volunteers to lead the exercises in different cities and towns. If not only for health's sake, the morning exercise could help to create stronger community spirit - a thing that Finland seems to lack.
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