Sir, Further to your article “Pumping iron: the real key to weight loss” (Weekend, May 21), why use dumbbells when you can ring real bells in belfries?
Those who ring them benefit from the physical workout of turning 100 to 1,000kg (or more) of bell metal
Campanology offers not only a means of maintaining physical fitness but also mental agility and social wellbeing; many are still ringing in their eighties. It is a skill that can be mastered to give years of body strength, a sharp mind and a cheerful soul.
Fiona Harrison
Chester
This article appeared in The Times, so if you are not already a ringer come give bellringing a try. You are assured a warm welcome.