The tools used to assess physical activity levels in older adults must be updated so people can get optimal care, according to authors of a new report. Getting enough physical activity is essential to ...

The purpose of this Position Stand is to provide an overview of issues critical to understanding the importance of exercise and physical activity in older adult populations. The Position Stand is ...

You've hit a milestone age, and honestly, the rules have changed a bit. Your body talks back more than it used to. Recovery ...

Adults aged 65 years and older who follow physical activity guidelines recommended for their age group have a lower risk of all-cause mortality, a new study finds. Investigators said they were able to ...

Physical exercise is an essential requirement for maintaining wellness in both adult, and child populations. Physical exercise enhances cardiovascular health, muscle strength and bone density, while ...

Overall, 13.9 percent of adults age 65 years and older met the federal physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities in 2022, according to a study published online ...

Physical activity reduces chronic disease risks, improves function, and extends lifespan, thus supporting clinicians’ use of exercise prescriptions as a health intervention, new research suggests. A ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . In a prospective, population-based analysis, researchers also found that heavy work, living alone, smoking, and ...

For many individuals, cycling is a lifelong activity. New technology and advances in bicycle design mean riding a bike as an older adult is more approachable than ever. Cycling is a low impact way to ...