Twice a week Sandra Steward leads EnhanceFitness classes at Star Harbor Senior Community Center in Southwest Philadelphia. Ivy Goldstein takes Steward's class as a member of the senior center. "She ...
Exercising as you age can be challenging. Sometimes it can feel like your body is breaking down. One possible reason for this could be senescent cells, which build up in ...
Many women exercising in gym settings report perceived judgment about their appearance and performance as well as harassment and safety concerns, highlighting the need for more inclusive spaces to ...
Zone 1 (55-65% of max heart rate): This is the "conversational pace" zone. You work at a light intensity, so you can easily chat without losing your breath. This pace is ideal for burning fat and is ...
Physical activity is essential for healthy aging, and more older adults need to start exercising and their care teams should promote gradual increases in activity, a new study shows.
Every year, thousands of Canadians are hospitalized for injuries sustained while shovelling. Researchers have also found that the physical strain of removing snow can trigger serious and fatal health ...