Discover the water-based exercise, recommended by Mayo Clinic, that builds joint-friendly strength for seniors in the pool.

Aquatic exercise helps seniors strengthen muscle and improve balance with safe, low-impact moves that support mobility and overall wellness.

Rachel Tavel is a doctor of physical therapy, certified strength and conditioning specialist and writer. She works as a physical therapist in an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy setting and as a ...

Summer is the perfect time to squeeze in a casual pool workout. While swimming laps is a go-to cardio activity all year long, it's far from the only way to utilize the pool for exercise. If you're ...

At 101¾ years of age, Meta DeVries is probably used to being asked about her secret to longevity. Her quick answer - delivered with a smile - is "I have no idea." Watching the Racine resident move ...

It’s easy to assume that, as we get older, our physical capabilities decline. And maybe there’s nothing we can do about it. While our bodies certainly age — I hate to admit it, but my back pain has ...

Various abilities can naturally decline as a person ages. This includes coordination abilities such as balance, flexibility, and strength. Many exercises can help maintain these abilities and reduce ...

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, ...

Nothing was going to stop JoAnn Cook from holding her grandchildren. Not two hip replacements. Not a shoulder racked by arthritis. Not even years of joint pain. Cook says thanks to Berkeley's ...

Falling down and getting hurt is a big problem for older adults, and researchers think that physical activity may lower people's risk of falls. But now, a new study suggests that the only type of ...

Exercise is important for people of all ages and fitness abilities. Chair exercises offer a safe and approachable workout, especially for older adults. Physical activity is essential for healthy aging ...