Rising rate of obesity or physical inactivity and the habit of too much sitting with an aging population has lead to an increase in...

About 20% of people will annually experience a depressive disorder in their lifetime. Depression disorders are predicted to be the...

One out of every four older adults 65 years and older adult falls annually. Falls are the # 1 reason older adults lose their independence....

Enjoying your retirement for many years to come does not just happen. The best retirement is an active one, feeling strong, healthy,...

Muscle Power- the ability to generate force quickly maybe more important than just muscle strength. Both muscle strength and muscle power...

Walking speed or gait speed is the 'sixth vital sign' and of significant importance to older adults because of its association with a...

The more challenging life becomes, the more you can benefit from physical activity. You are never too old to start being physically...

Your health does not take a break during the holidays, and health-full nutrition, daily physical activity and exercise are still required...

Joint pain or joint stiffness (arthralgia) is a common side effect of many types of cancer treatment. According to CureToday.com issue...

Death rates from unintentional falls among adults aged ≥ 65 years increased 110%. For men the death rates were higher than women....

Physical therapy can improve strength and flexibility, and decrease pain and stiffness in people with chronic conditions like early onset...

The human body is an amazing machine that can make adaptation to the demands that you are placing upon your body. Your body can improve...

You would not want to live or work in a structure that does not have a solid foundation that can support the walls, floors and roof....

Bacteria and Longer Survival Regarding the development of cancer and preventing effective cancer treatment due to ‘bad’ gut bacteria, are...

Exercise is dose-related The benefit of your exercise program or personal training sessions is dose-related. When your doctor prescribes...

Preventing and managing incontinence to preserve your wellness and the ability to enjoy active aging. Many people miss out on life and...

A research study conducted by the Mayo Clinic found that half of the people considered to be of 'normal weight' according to BMI tables...

Securing good health, fitness, stamina, a healthy body weight and healthy body composition, disease prevention and absence of disease...

There is a strong association between high blood pressure and serious health risks, such as high cholesterol, kidney disease, stroke and...

Exercise and in particular resistance training or strength training is know to reduce or prevent the adverse affects of cancer treatment...