As you get older, keeping your core strong is more important than ever. “The core is the platform on which the rest of your body moves,” said Daniel Schneider, a physical therapist with Banner Health.

The core muscles are located at the center of your body. They extend from your ribcage and go down your pelvis and hips. They include the muscles that support your spine and go right down to your ...

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As you age, training your core is crucial for building your strength, preserving your balance, and helping to prevent falls. But if you experience mobility limitations or balance issues, or if you’re ...

“I have people do a lot of closed-eye exercises when it’s safe,” Michiel says. She finds this helps them to get them in touch with their bodies, since not everybody has good kinesthetic awareness, or ...

Forget spending hours at the gym. A few short bursts of the Single-Leg Stance throughout your day—while waiting for the ...

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Various abilities can decline as we age. This includes coordination abilities such as balance, flexibility, and strength. Different exercises can help maintain these skills, plus reduce the risk of ...

After turning 60, maintaining physical strength becomes increasingly important for independence and overall health, yet traditional workout routines often need thoughtful adjustments to prevent injury ...

Older adults have many options for staying physically active without sacrificing their joints. Walking, cycling, and yoga are just a few low impact exercises that may offer benefits. As you get older, ...