The exercises to do each week to lower your dementia risk
From circuits to skipping, gardening to yoga, regular activity has powerful effects on the brain – even if…
Over 50? Knee Pushup Count That Signals Strong Upper Body
Pushups are a classic bodyweight exercise that are a staple in many fitness routines—for good reason. Not only…
9 Best HIIT Exercises to Melt Love Handles Fast
Ah, love handles—those pesky pockets of fat that spill over your favorite jeans and make zipping them up…
At 43, I have the heart rate of an athlete
I’ve given up running – walking has all the same benefits, from lowering cancer risk to beating depression,…
Exercise Boosts Women’s Brain Power More Than Ovulation Timing
Summary: While women’s reaction times and accuracy peak during ovulation, physical activity level plays a far greater role…
12-Min Standing Strength Routine to Boost Metabolism After 50
Once you hit 30, you begin to lose lean muscle mass at a rate of roughly 3% to…
5 Classic Moves to Melt Belly Fat After 50
Sometimes, it’s best to stick to the classics—and your fitness routine is no exception to the rule. If…
Targeting the glycocalyx may offer a new approach to reduce frailty in older adults
A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 30, 2025, titled, “Glycocalyx-targeted therapy prevents…
Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing light physical activity can support metabolic health
New study shows that just 30 minutes of less sitting each day can improve the body’s ability to…
Over 50? Hold a Plank This Long to Be Stronger Than Most
A strong core is essential for total-body balance and stability. It also helps you power through daily movements…
This is how long you should be able to hold a plank for, according to your age
It’s important to focus on technique too (Picture: Getty Images) No matter how long you’ve been horizontal for,…
Brain Health: 3 science-backed exercises that can help grow ‘new brain cells’ |
Mounting evidence in the past three decades have proven that adult humans can form new brain cells in…