Three simple fitness tests that assess strength and flexibility over 60; see how you score for your age category and what needs improving.

NORDC is most often associated with youth and teen programs, but the organization has many activities for people 18 and older, with some specifically for people 55 and older. One of the most popular ...

Working with older adults revealed simple but powerful lessons about movement, motivation, and the importance of community in staying active for life.

(BPT) – It’s vital to stay active as you age, but how can you keep working toward your fitness goals during the sweltering summer heat? Exercising outdoors as the temps — and humidity — climb may be ...

For 29 years, the U.S. has celebrated Senior Health and Fitness Day to raise awareness for the health of senior adults. Senior Health and Fitness Day encourages senior adults to participate in health ...

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In the U.S., more than 85% of people 65 and older don't get the recommended amount of exercise. That's according to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published this week.

Which is the best exercise bike for seniors? Exercise bikes are a great way for anyone to get a cardio workout in the comfort and privacy of their home. Because they are low-impact devices, they are ...

Staying physically active helps seniors boost energy, improve mood, and strengthen the mind-body connection. (Leslie Sokol's Dance photo) The connection between your physical and mental well-being is ...

When Linda Mullenhour enters the pool, she takes control. All eight members of her class mimic her every move, listening to her verbal commands. “One, two, three, four,” she says, “and we’re going ...

As a physical education teacher at Lincoln Junior High School in Lancaster city in the late ’60s and early ’70s, Pat Fellenbaum tried to encourage a lifelong love of fitness by introducing students to ...