Being fit is more than abs, running a 5K or lifting weights. These only address single areas of fitness. Medical News of ...

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.

Older adults who regularly exercise have a better quality of life, even if they have AD or suffer from depression. Increased ...

Can physical activity extend the lifespans of older adults? A review article published in the Canadian Medical Association ...

A new article reports that getting 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31% ...

Swimming provides a good cardio and muscular workout and is an excellent choice, especially for older adults, according to a ...

Core principles of functional fitness Functional fitness is built on three pillars: strength, balance, and mobility. Think of ...

A CMAJ review confirms the transformative impact of physical activity on aging. Benefits include reduced disease risk, ...

“Long-term health is becoming more important to people than appearance. Being a cool grandma who can still perform a push-up ...

Can physical activity extend the lifespans of older adults? A review article published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) summarizes the considerable evidence supporting the important ...

KEY POINTS Canada is poised to become a “super-aged” country in 2025, when at least 20% of the nation’s population will be aged 65 years and older; furthermore, over the next 2 decades the number of ...