Strength training exercises can be beneficial for seniors. They help to improve both muscle as well as bone strength as they increase density, and reduce fracture risk.

As we grow older, maintaining physical health becomes increasingly important. While many people focus on cardio and flexibility, one of the most crucial yet often overlooked aspects of fitness is ...

Balance, strength training reduces falls among elderly A lifestyle-integrated approach is effective in reducing the rate of falls in older, high-risk people living at home. HealthDay News — For older ...

Lifting weights and resistance training is not just for young people. Bradley Ruple, PhD, discusses the health benefits of strength training for seniors and shares practical starting points for older ...

Aging is not always conducive to staying in shape. According to the federal National Institute on Aging, around 30% of people over the age of 70 have trouble walking, getting out of a chair, or ...

Aging is an inevitable part of life, but how we age is largely within our control. Many people focus on maintaining a healthy diet and doing cardio exercises as they grow older, but one crucial ...

BALTIMORE — On a recent weekday morning, weightlifter Mona Noyes walks up to a platform and positions herself to deadlift, with the help of a trainer. At just over 5 feet tall with curled white hair, ...

For people who don't enjoy the gym—or want to avoid expensive membership fees—there are plenty of other ways to build ...

Walking after age 60 helps, but experts reveal that lifting weights protects strength and independence in the long term.

Midlife women at the Olympic Games are redefining the road to peak performance - even after setbacks.