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 ...

A variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, and activity, can cause back pain in older adults. Seated stretching is one strategy that may help older adults prevent or manage their back pain.

As we age, our bodies gradually tighten up – that’s just part of the aging process and how our bodies change over time. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the tightening is ...

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...

You know those mornings when your body feels like it’s auditioning for the role of the Tin Man? I’ve had my fair share, especially when I head out for a walk and realize my hips and hamstrings didn’t ...

Exercise programs for adults 65 and older should include cardiovascular training to improve lung and heart health, strength training to build stronger muscles and bones, and stretching to improve ...

If you've been struggling to stay in shape during the pandemic, you're not alone. But a group of Bay Area seniors are meeting the challenge with the help of technology. After months of COVID-19 ...

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 ...

Aquatic exercises can be highly beneficial for balance, mood, and overall well-being in older adults. Older adults can try various types of exercises in the pool. Regular physical activity is ...