Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.
Skip the machines. Build muscle after 60 with squats, overhead presses, lunges, and dumbbell rows, plus form tips.
Building strength after 60 can feel like an uphill battle—but it doesn’t have to be. After four decades in the fitness ...
Balance exercises can help older adults improve strength while preventing falls when walking. Learn how to boost your balance at home with these stretches.
Experts explain the best exercise routine for seniors, including the benefits of weight lifting for seniors. Read more about ...
As we age, everyday movements like getting out of a chair, walking up stairs, or simply maintaining our balance become more challenging. Loss of balance, difficulty transferring weight, and decreased ...
It's no secret that the benefits of strength training—particularly for postmenopausal women—are numerous, from building muscle to increasing longevity and so much more. But starting out can feel ...
While regular strength training can protect your bones, there is one type of exercise people over 60 should avoid to protect ...
If you’re 60 or older and experience joint pain, that's understandable. According to the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, 60% of adults between the ages of 50 and 80 have arthritis, ...
If you want to build an at-home workout routine, experts recommend starting out with a circuit that’s made up of bodyweight exercises. The main benefit of circuit workouts is that you can arrange a ...