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 ...

Turn your walk into a better workout, build strength without weights and more exercise advice for the year ahead.

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Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Key Takeaways Balance exercises can be adapted for older adults, even if you ...

If you’re looking for a safe way to get active again but find traditional exercise routines difficult, chair yoga may be the perfect fit.

King has worked with Mangine, a professor of exercise science in the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, since he ...

Experts explain the best exercise routine for seniors, including the benefits of weight lifting for seniors. Read more about ...

While humans evolved to perform routine endurance activity, recent secular trends in the United States and globally have resulted in a dramatic rise in the amount of time spent inactive in both ...

Almost everyone can appreciate a functional holiday gift. But as your loved ones get older, choosing items they can actually use isn't just a practical move — it can help support their ...

Staying physically independent is important at any age, but once you reach 60 and beyond, strength exercises that target major muscle groups – including those in your arms – become even more crucial ...

Running effectively burns calories, but it may not be suitable (or enjoyable) for everyone. Luckily, many alternative forms of exercise can burn just as many, and often more, calories than running—and ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...