Contrary to popular belief, fitness is a key part of healthy aging. But you can't just skate into your golden years looking great while doing minimal amounts of aerobic exercise. You should be ...

Discover the joint-friendly pool exercise recommended by Mayo Clinic to effectively build leg strength for older adults.

Personal trainers explain how older adults can exercise safely by avoiding common mistakes like ego lifting, skipping ...

These resistance band exercises for seniors are some of the best strength-training moves for people over 50, to help maintain muscle mass and improve balance.

150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise can cut older adults' risk of all-cause mortality by 31%, according to new research. Halfpoint Images via Getty Images Exercise is important for ...

As the days grow longer, temperatures rise, and trees begin to bloom, it’s clear that spring is just around the corner. With the arrival of the new season comes the perfect opportunity to shake off ...

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 ...

Strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s for anyone who wants to be healthier and stronger and wants to feel more energetic and capable at any age. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t ...

As we age, our eyes become more susceptible to disease, which is why eye disease is more prevalent among older adults. Common causes of vision loss include eye conditions like age-related macular ...

The purpose of this Position Stand is to provide an overview of issues critical to understanding the importance of exercise and physical activity in older adult populations. The Position Stand is ...

Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that ...

When Linda Steinworth returned to the gym this summer, she chose to drive about 20 minutes to the Woodbury YMCA because she could join the SilverSneakers program for free through her health insurance.