Staying active as you age is important, but a new study suggests that building muscle strength may be just as crucial as getting enough walking or other aerobic exercise. Researchers from the ...

Maintaining balance and stability becomes increasingly important as we age, particularly after 60. Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but research shows that specific exercises ...

By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. An 8-week community-based intervention suggests that pairing resistance training with whole-food protein and nutrition education may strengthen bones and improve physical ...

Exercise and physical activity benefit the body at any age! However, it’s important to tailor sports to physical needs to ensure training is enjoyable, effective, and injury-free. FITBOOK author ...

There are a couple of myths that might keep women from signing up for a local race. The first is that you have to be a runner in order to do a race. The truth is, you can totally walk—or even run-walk ...

For years, we’ve been bombarded by the trope of aging gracefully—staying small, moving slowly, playing it safe in the gym and in life. But a growing number of women are rejecting that tired script and ...

You don't need to look like a bodybuilder, but for healthy aging, maintaining muscle strength is likely just as important as getting enough aerobic activity, according to the findings of a University ...