When it comes to keeping fit, we're often encouraged to sneak in more steps and keep our muscles strong. But does anyone urge ...

Keeping your knees strong is essential for walking, climbing stairs, and getting up from chairs with ease — but stiffness or discomfort in the knees is a common reality for people over 60. This gentle ...

In last month’s column, I explained why protecting yourself from falling is critical, then offered some tips for reducing ...

Losing your balance can be an unsettling experience. If you fall, it can be dangerous as well. And unfortunately, falls and fall-related injuries are common occurrences. According to the World ...

Walking is a simple activity that requires no equipment and can be done almost anywhere – even in front of a television.

Residents from five subsidized senior housing communities participated in the study, which showed that physical acting in a ...

Stand tall with your feet shoulder-distance apart, holding a dumbbell or medicine ball above one shoulder. Breathe in, ...

Physical activity is crucial for people who aspire to maintain their overall health as their bodies age. Exercise improves ...

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold onto a stable surface for balance. You can use the backrest of a chair, a bar stool, a breakfast bar, or even a wall. Extend your left leg behind you, ...