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 ...

Move with ease and stay pain-free as you age with these physical therapist–approved stretches for your 50s, 60s, 70s, and ...

Want to unlock the secret to better balance, stronger muscles and a brighter mood as you age? The answer might be right under you — your chair. Chair exercises for seniors can transform a simple seat ...

Getting old is a challenge, and I’ve learned this firsthand. Despite my daily exercise workouts and healthy diet, I find that my movements have become progressively less fluid and efficient. This ...

Starting a stretching program doesn’t mean spending hours at the gym or health center. De Ann Mago, wellness coordinator at Hartsfield Village in Munster, said seniors should try to stretch their ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Can you offer some good stretching tips for seniors who are staying home during the pandemic? I have gotten so stiff and achy in recent years I have a hard time doing basic ...

Chair aerobics — No floor exercises; all movements are performed in a chair. Class may include work with stretch bands or free weights. Flex and stretch — Complete body workout that stretches, tones ...

If an older adult could use encouragement to get moving, there are various ways to help motivate them or make exercise seem more appealing. In its Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, the ...

High-intensity treadmill workouts may not immediately spring to mind when considering a suitable exercise regimen for seniors. But, according to a new study, these workouts can significantly boost ...

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 ...

For balance, strength and tone, a stretch exercise class continues to be offered at the Senior Center by Lorrain Salerno, a certified instructor. The program, which consists of 10 classes, costs $50 ...