Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence.

MT. PLEASANT- Henry County Health will be providing programs for seniors throughout the season. All programs are free, and designed to keep folks moving during the traditionally sedentary winter.

Marching in one place elevates heart rate while strengthening core muscles and coordination without joint stress. Stand tall ...

Tucson seniors of all ethnicities, races and religions in search of resources for health aging can look to Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC). The nonprofit’s Healthy Aging initiative has expanded its ...

For years, John Hancock has offered Vitality Plus life insurance program members a way to earn an Apple Watch for (almost) free with regular exercise. Through its Vitality program, John Hancock allows ...

If you have a Peloton listen up: The fitness brand is voluntarily recalling seat posts for more than 800,000 of its Original Series Bike+ models. The seat posts can break during use, posing a ...

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - IN-DEPTH WITH SARAH WALL: A warning from health officials for seniors to stay safe while exercising. Exercise comes with many health benefits - but, experts say it can also be ...

Staying physically active helps seniors boost energy, improve mood, and strengthen the mind-body connection. (Leslie Sokol's Dance photo) The connection between your physical and mental well-being is ...

We all know we should exercise more, but the biggest psychological barrier for many is feeling like we just don't have an hour to spare. If you've ever felt guilty about inactivity or struggled with ...

Assisted living communities should increase their efforts to encourage more residents to engage in physical activity, and activity directors need to be trained better in moderate- and high-intensity ...

Aging changes the human body in myriad ways. But exercise is one thing the human body needs regardless of how old it is. Some exercises are better suited for particular demographics than others.