Falls are the leading cause of injury amongst seniors which is why it's important to improve balance and maintain physical ...

Learn simple senior exercises designed to maintain daily vitality and mobility. These gentle movements focus on strength, ...

Here are some example exercises to try: Standing on one leg: close your eyes and lift one leg off the ground. If this is too ...

As we get older it's much more common to experience discomfort, tightness in your joints and even back pain. The latter may be the worst of them and it messes up your sleep, your workflow and your ...

Discover the water-based exercise, recommended by Mayo Clinic, that builds joint-friendly strength for seniors in the pool.

Resistance training boosts strength, balance, and brain health, helping seniors stay independent Training over 12 weeks improves insulin sensitivity and lowers blood sugar in older adults Simple moves ...

While scientists have always recommended physical activity to keep the brain healthy, research now shows regular stretching and motion exercises can help older people with mild memory troubles.

Pandora Dewan is a Senior Science Reporter at Newsweek based in London, UK. Her focus is reporting on science, health and technology. Pandora joined Newsweek in 2022 and previously worked as the Head ...

Preventing falls is important for seniors because it reduces the risk of hip fractures, head injuries, and the need to use assistive devices like canes or walkers. In addition to balance exercises, ...