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 ...

Adults aged 65 years and older who follow physical activity guidelines recommended for their age group have a lower risk of all-cause mortality, a new study finds. Investigators said they were able 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 ...

Regular exercise and physical activity are important for heart health, especially as a person ages. Exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease and strengthen the heart muscle. As a person ages ...

Despite these known health benefits, older adults seldom meet the physical activity guidelines of 150 minutes per week of moderate activity. Many factors affect physical activity levels among older ...

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 ...

Brand new research has revealed that even moderate daily physical activity can reduce the risk of depression. Brand new research from University of Limerick in Ireland has revealed that even moderate ...

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 ...

Regular exercise and physical activity are important for heart health, especially as we age. Exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease, and if you already have heart disease, it can help ...