Squats improve bone mineral density and reduce fall risk in later life while stabilizing knees and reducing pain in arthritis ...

The sit-to-stand exercise refers to standing from a seated position without using your hands, and it's both a mobility test and booster. Widely considered to be a fundamental element of mobility, the ...

Exercise programs for adults 65 and older should include cardiovascular training to improve lung and heart health, strength training to build stronger muscles and bones, and stretching to improve ...

Recently, one of my favorite teachers with the Iyengar Institute in New York City had us practice some interesting sit-to-stand (STS) variations. The teacher is at least 20 years my junior. I ...

Strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s for anyone who wants to be healthier and stronger and wants to feel more energetic and capable at any age. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t ...

“Back pain is an epidemic,” says Philippa Oakley, a chiropractor and member of the British Chiropractic Association (BCA). Between 60 and 80 per cent of us will suffer from it in our lifetimes and the ...

Those morning stretches and at-home pilates might not be enough as one doctor shared an exercise that could determine your lifespan. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar shared with the TODAY ...

The length of time a person can stand on one leg is a good measure of aging, according to a study that put older adults through a variety of tests to determine how balance, muscle strength and gait ...

© 2025 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. All Rights Reserved. Occasional falls and loss of balance can be frustrating. But Atlanta physical therapist Dr. Joseph ...