Despite being our fastest growing population group, the over 80s are described as "the great forgotten" in clinical research. Exercise is considered the cornerstone of non-surgical treatment of hip ...

Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness and swelling, and reduces your range of motion. It often affects the knees, hips and hands, although it can also occur ...

"I have always seen myself as a very ordinary person with no real athletic ability," said Linda Kelly. Still, at 80, she has completed multiple half-marathons and routinely hikes, bikes, and runs ...

Age-related balance changes, muscle weakness, and vision problems can increase the risk of falls and injuries in older people. Regular balance, strength, and cardio exercises can help reduce this ...

People often complain—and rightly so—that the typical exercise science study involves a half-dozen male undergraduates who follow some sort of workout routine for a couple of weeks. So you can imagine ...

Staying physically independent is important at any age, but once you reach 60 and beyond, strength exercises that target major muscle groups – including those in your arms – become even more crucial ...

Making decisions that help your bones grow big and strong is often a priority when you’re a kid. But as you get older—and especially after menopause—maintaining them brings on renewed importance.