RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Women across the country who are looking to stay fit while aging gracefully and forming new friendships are turning to a favorite childhood activity.

The 40+ Double Dutch Club, which started in Chicago in 2016, is a “group of women over the age of 40 who get together to take a break from ‘adulting'” by jumping Double Dutch, according to their website. They also do other nostalgic activities such as hula hooping and playing hopscotch.

“40+ Double Dutch Club exists to empower women in mental health and physical fitness, all while inspiring them in friendship, fitness, fun and fellowship,” the group’s mission statement says.

There are several local groups, or “subclubs,” around the country, including several in North Carolina.

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