A MAN aged 90 who suffered a heart attack has come along in leaps and bounds with his health...to the point where he can complete 110 star jumps in just three minutes.

Gordon White has been visiting Leisure World in Colchester for the past 11 years.

He started an exercise referral scheme called Life Enhancing Activity Programme, nicknamed Leap, in 2007 at the tender age of 79.

It was following a period of cardiac rehabilitation at Colchester Hospital.

His exercise routine started with a few star jumps but now he is leaving instructors gobsmacked with his stamina.

Instructor Firdy Finch said the pensioner has been on an incredible journey.

She said: “Gordon had been attending one 60-minute Cardiac Rehab Circuit class a week, which he quickly increased to twice per week.

“It was during this time Gordon found his love for performing star jumps.

“At the start Gordon used to manage 40 star jumps in three minutes but now completes 110 star jumps in the same time.”

Gordon feels his quality of life has improved thanks to his regular gym classes.

Firdy said: “His fitness level has significantly improved since the start.

“Gordon has also learned to be able to regulate the intensity of his activity and recognise the optimum level of exercise intensity.

“During Gordon’s time on Leap he has been successful in establishing a wealth of friends from this exercising circle, as well as being a well-respected member of the class who everyone is inspired by.”

Gordon enjoys socialising with his new friends and he meets up with them for coffee in the café at Leisure World.

He attends the annual Leap garden summer party in Boxted and the Leap Christmas celebration.

Gordon’s love of sport does not end at the gym, he has a passion for football and is a season ticket holder at Colchester United.

He is always cheering on his team, never missing a game.

Speak to the Leap team on 01206 282045 for more information.