BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — About a month ago, Emma J. Square took her first SilverSneakers exercise class at the YMCA as part of an ongoing effort to improve her health since having open-heart surgery ...

Fitness is the key to a better life as a senior, but many older people aren't getting the exercise they need. Only 15% of those between the ages of 65 and 74 say they engage in regular physical ...

Community centers are a hub of connection and socialization for thousands of people, especially seniors seeking activities to fill up their days. These centers often offer certain classes for seniors ...

102-year-old Peggy Roberts attended senior exercise classes for more than a decade. She'd get on a bus and arrive to class on time every week up until she died last summer. Her community at the ...

Exercise isn’t the only way that seniors can stay healthier. Even if a person has smoked for decades, he or she will realize benefits within months of giving up the habit.

The right home exercise equipment for seniors can keep them be active and healthy on their schedule, in the comfort of their own home, and perhaps most importantly, on their terms.

That said, it is very important for seniors, 65 years and older, who wish to start a new exercise programme, to consult with their doctors to determine their state of health and physical fitness.

The Healthy Seniors Chair Exercise program includes a printed, 18-page exercise guide, complete with detailed instructions and low and medium resistance bands to accommodate users at varying ...

The best exercise bikes for seniors are outfitted with some truly high-tech features, but they are also comfortable. Keep scrolling for reviews of our favorites.

Seniors need everything in an exercise bike that any adult needs, with one important difference. Skip to content. WWLP. Chicopee 35 ...

Seniors living at home can benefit greatly from a good workout at a personal gym. ... But the health benefits of regular exercise don’t stop there. Beyond keeping chronic illness at bay, ...