THERE ARE SO many reasons to exercise: aesthetics, athletic ability, even mental health. As you age, one motivation often distinguishes itself above others: functionality. When you get older, your ...

Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

“Is this exercise functional? I read that I should be doing functional training exercises”. This client was right, she should be (and was) doing functional exercises. But what makes an exercise ...

Starting resistance training in midlife can build strength, protect your bones and help you to stay healthy into old age.

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Cardio. Incorporating aerobic exercises that get your heart rate up (such as running, swimming or cycling) is key to ...

Functional fitness exercises include those that mirror real-life movements, such as squats, deadlifts, and walking lunges. A new report suggests that doing these can help athletes improve their ...

When it comes to increasing your levels of physical activity, anything is better than nothing. "I always tell my clients that the best exercise is the one you're willing to do," says Austin "Ozzie" ...

Master these 4 standing moves at 60 to boost balance, strength, and mobility, and outperform most people a decade younger.

There’s a lot of debate about weight machines in the fitness world. Some people gravitate towards them because they seem a ...

The best core exercises don't necessarily require you to get on the floor. These seven standing variations are sure to ...