When you picture your older self, do you imagine you’ll slow down or stay active? If it’s the latter, it’s never too early to start putting the work in now. Maintaining an active lifestyle as we age ...

What is Osteoporosis?⦁ Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease where bone mineral density (BMD) decreases, leading to porous and fragile bones. ⦁ This condition primarily affects older adults, ...

Perimenopausal women, Dr. Alexis Colvin, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and the chief medical officer for the 2025 U.S. Open, has a message for you: Incorporate weight-bearing exercises into ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

Kettlebells, those cannonball-shaped weights with handles, have quietly revolutionized fitness approaches for older adults. Once relegated to specialized gyms and competitive weightlifting circles, ...

Recent research reveals that weight-bearing exercises do far more than build muscle. These fundamental movements trigger profound changes throughout your body, from strengthening bones to enhancing ...

As we age, our bone health starts to deteriorate, so what type of exercise can we start, to strengthen our bones? We asked Dr Rebecca Robinson about how we can turn back the clock on our bone health. ...

Bone density refers to how much calcium and other minerals make up your bones. When your bones have more minerals, they have a higher bone density, meaning they're stronger and less likely to break.

Swimming offers many health benefits, but experts need more evidence before concluding that it can help strengthen bones. Adding weight-bearing exercises into your routine can help you stay active ...