Valley Health geriatrician advises seniors on how to maintain quality of life. She says the secret is walking.

It’s easy to assume that, as we get older, our physical capabilities decline. And maybe there’s nothing we can do about it. While our bodies certainly age — I hate to admit it, but my back pain has ...

Strength training, in particular, can prevent muscle loss, keep bones strong, reduce the risk of falls, fight depression, and prevent mental decline as you age. Strength training includes exercises ...

Strength training exercises are those physical activities that help to improve muscle strength and endurance by forcing muscles to contract against external resistance (weights, bands, or body weight) ...

Staying active is one of the most important things seniors can do to maintain their independence, boost energy, and prevent injury. As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass, flexibility, and ...

Wednesday is a day for seniors who are exercise enthusiasts to be more loud and proud than usual. National Senior Health and Fitness Day is upon us, a day meant to highlight and promote physical ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is one in a series looking at individual and community efforts to give area senior citizens options for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise can help senior citizens ...

A hospital in Cleburne offers free exercise classes for seniors - and those classes did "something good" for the hearts of two people taking them. The free senior exercise class notice posted by Texas ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Exercise bikes are great for cardiovascular health for seniors. They are non-weight-bearing which allows ...