We couldn’t do our work at Penn State and other universities without the help of a grant from the federal government through ...

These over-50 champs—and a growing body of research—show what we gain by staying active later in life. Nora Langdon, 82, started powerlifting in her 60s and quickly got hooked. Over the past two ...

Magnesium is a mineral that provides several key functions in the body. It keeps your muscles strong, regulates blood sugar levels and contributes to heart health. Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a ...

As people age, staying socially connected becomes more important than ever. For many older adults, mobility challenges, health issues, and changes in living circumstances can lead to isolation.

In a study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, researchers at UNT Health Fort Worth found at-home heat therapy ...

In another interesting study, researchers explored whether physical activity can train, strengthen, and protect your immune ...

Retirement today doesn’t look like it did a generation ago, and for many Americans over 65, the dream isn’t to slow down but ...

Vibration plates are everywhere right now. Brands claim they can improve circulation and bone health, enhance recovery and ...

Exercise can help reduce the risk of falls—a major cause of injuries in older adults—but only 4% of older Canadian women ...

Wondering whether ferrets can make good pets for kids? Here are some pros and cons of adopting a ferret into a family.

Maintaining balance and stability becomes increasingly important as we age, particularly after 60. Falls are a leading cause ...

A ten-week online brain training programme helped older adults’ brains act as though they were a decade younger, a recent ...