These 11 expert-backed exercises can improve mobility, balance, and range of motion after 50—helping you stay strong and independent.
Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...
You’ve heard of cardio. You’ve heard of strength training. You might know about physical therapy. We’ve got one more thing to add to the mix: mobility. A full-body mobility routine won’t take long, ...
Mobility might not get the same attention as cardio or strength training, but if you’re over 60, it’s one of the most important things you can do for your body. Good mobility helps you move with ease ...
We’ve all got the message by now that strength training is essential for our bones and muscles, aerobic exercise maintains ...
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...
The good news is you don’t need hours in the gym or expensive gym memberships to improve joint health after 60. If you often ...
As they age, it’s not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you “oof” every time you get in a car or “aargh” while bending over to pick up ...
Seniors should perform exercises that are gentle on their body. It can help to improve their strength and flexibility. These exercises could be seated or wall-supported wherein they perform controlled ...
If the swelling in your feet and ankle is a temporary problem, you can perform certain exercises which can help alleviate it ...