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 ...

As the older adult population in the United States continues to grow, finding effective means to promote physical activity and engage older adults in existing programs is imperative to promote healthy ...

A comprehensive study of nearly 70,000 middle-aged and older Chinese adults reveals that moderate physical activity provides the greatest benefits for healthy aging, with high activity showing added ...

Nick McRee knew he needed to change something about his physique, he said, when he renewed his driver’s license at 40 and realized he didn’t recognize himself in the photo. He joined his local LA Fitn ...

A study has found that older adults who exercise with their spouse achieve lower physical activity levels than older adults without their spouse. In a study of 240 participants in Singapore aged 54 to ...

New research suggests that participating in pickleball may reduce feelings of loneliness and social isolation among older ...

Pickleball isn't just fun and easy to play – it's also potentially heart healthy. Playing pickleball helped a small group of adults aged 65 years and older reach their recommend weekly dose of ...

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 ...

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 ...