Seniors News

Age, family genetics, and gender make it nearly impossible for older adults to avoid becoming a chronic disease statistic.  Eighty percent of adults 65 and olde...

A major reason for middle aged weight gain is the natural muscle loss we all experience (sarcopenia)," says Dr. Caroline Apovian.   Strength Training for Seniors Video

Even a 5 to 7 percent weight loss lessens the risk of developing diabetes if you have pre-diabetes. Exercise, though, is critical. If you try to lose weight simply through dieting, then you’re losing not just fat but also muscle, which is unhealthy. ...

Different exercise programs pursue different fitness goals: balance and coordination, flexibility, endurance, and strength. Examples of Parkinson’s-related exercise programs include:    Resistance training.    A...

Thanks to Presbyterian Homes and Teresa R. in Wichita Falls, TX for adopting the Stronger Seniors Balance & Posture program!   Balance Exercise DVD Video

 The most content people aren’t focused on being the best; ...

 There’s an old saying that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Turns out that’s true.  A large and growing body of behav...

National Senior Games Pole Vaulter Breaks the Mold “The reason you can’t do stuff? Do you know why? Because you don’t do it,” Johnston said. “The secret is to keep doing it. Keep on doing it.”   Senior Fitness DVD

Senior Caregivers on Six Things That Cause Falls There are six factors that contribute to the fact that seniors fall so much more frequently than younger people. Here are some ways to help prevent these falls. Balance Exercises for Seniors

Socially isolated seniors have a 59% greater risk of mental and physical decline than those who do not experience social isolation, according to Forbes.   Improving Seniors Mental Health