Exercise Recommendations for Older Adults By LaVona S. Traywick, PhD. Encourage older adults to develop exercise regimens suited to their abilities and medical

An exercise program comprised of gentle exercises and taught by home care aides can help frail older adults perform basic daily activities, according to a new study

BackgroundObesity causes frailty in older adults; however, weight loss might accelerate age-related loss of muscle and bone mass and resultant sarcopenia and osteopenia.

Active Older Adults Program. The Active Older Adults program is for adults over 55 years of age. It is an effort to encourage older adults to improve their health and

Research The effect of fall prevention exercise programmes on fall induced injuries in community dwelling older adults: systematic review and meta-analysis of

Moderate-intensity exercise can help even extremely obese older adults improve their ability to perform common daily activities and remain independent, according to

Original Article. Weight Loss, Exercise, or Both and Physical Function in Obese Older Adults. Dennis T. Villareal, M.D., Suresh Chode, M.D., Nehu Parimi, M.D., David

Combining Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Works Best for Older Adults

Although exercise and physical activity are among the healthiest things you can do for yourself, some older adults are reluctant to exercise. Some are afraid that

Regular physical activity and exercise are important for healthy aging and are beneficial for chronic disease management. Exercise prescriptions for older adults