Mobility exercises can be a useful tool for promoting joint health, which is key for maintaining quality of life. These exercises do not require a gym membership or expensive equipment to perform.

Susan Critchlow from Hornsey Pensioners Action Group on the benefits of exercise for older people - and how to work out how much is the right amount.

Experts say building leg, core, and back strength through simple, compound moves like lunges, push-ups, and rows can ...

Regular physical activity is one of the most powerful “medicines” available to older adults for managing Parkinson’s disease, diabetes and many cancers, and it works alongside — not instead of — your ...

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Staying fit isn’t just for the young—regular physical activity becomes even more important as we age. For people over 60, exercise helps maintain mobility, independence, and overall well-being.

Regular exercise offers older adults a range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits. And it can be an important part of helping them maintain independence. As people age, physical and ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Age-related balance changes, muscle weakness, and vision problems can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older people. Regular balance, strength, and cardio exercises can help reduce this ...

If an older adult could use encouragement to get moving, there are various ways to help motivate them or make exercise seem more appealing. In its Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, the ...

Focusing on improving sleep, diet and exercise may work together to add more years to life, according to a new study.