According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), maintaining an active lifestyle, such as strength training exercises, can slow down any decline in strength, power, and muscle loss. One ...

Fitness is the key to a better life as a senior, but many older people aren't getting the exercise they need. Only 15% of those between the ages of 65 and 74 say they engage in regular physical ...

As people age and muscle mass decreases, it becomes more challenging to perform daily activities like walking and climbing stairs. In fact, 35% of adults over the age of 70 have challenges with ...

Aging may affect a person’s mobility, and routine stretching can play an important role in healthy aging and quality of life. As a person grows older, motions such as getting out of a chair or walking ...

Chair yoga is a safe and adaptable practice that improves mobility, strength, mood, and overall quality of life in older adults, including those with chronic conditions. Research highlights its role ...

Dear Savvy Senior: I’ve been hearing a lot about chair yoga lately. My New Year’s resolution is to improve my health and get moving again, but I have trouble getting down on the floor. What can you ...