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 ...

In that vein, experts suggest older adults prioritize the six pillars of movement: push, pull, carry, hinge, squat and overhead press to maintain day-to-day mobility as they age. Beginning around age ...

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 ...

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 ...

A recent survey conducted by the National Council on Aging and supported by the BOOST® brand, a trusted leader in adult ...

Increasing your steps by even a little bit may help slow down the progression of Alzheimer’s disease among people at ...

The cold and darkness can be difficult, particularly for older adults. Here’s how older Philadelphians can stay engaged ...

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 ...

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 ...

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