Valley Health geriatrician advises seniors on how to maintain quality of life. She says the secret is walking.

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 ...

102-year-old Peggy Roberts attended senior exercise classes for more than a decade. She'd get on a bus and arrive to class on time every week up until she died last summer. Her community at the gym ...

Seniors moved to the music during a session of cardio drumming on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022 at the McKenna Senior Center for Active Adults in Greensburg. The unique cardio class is hosted by Penn ...

Single-leg stand (10 to 15 seconds on each leg): To strengthen stabilizing muscles and improve balance, lift one foot a few inches off the floor, maintaining tall posture, and then switch. For ...

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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.

RECUMBENT EXERCISE BIKES are solid at-home options for anyone with movement limitations who's looking for a low-impact cardio workout. The recumbent bike is a great way to create lower-body bloodflow ...

When looking for an exercise bike, pay special attention to how adjustable it is to make sure you can ride in a comfortable position If you’re looking to ramp up your home exercise routine with a ...

Cycling is an excellent low-impact workout for seniors, but it’s not the only option for those who want to break a sweat without pummeling their joints. There are plenty of off-bike ways to get ...