One in three adults in England are currently living with at least one long term health condition; this includes conditions such as type two diabetes, hypertension, osteoarthritis, cardiovascular diseases, obesity…
Yoga and pilates are becoming increasingly popular forms of exercise across the generations, including older adults. There are plenty of great reasons for this. Both types of exercise provide a…
It's well documented on this site and elsewhere that older adults especially should regularly be performing strength training exercises, because of the many benefits to their health and overall lifestyle.…
Balance is a vital skill for all of us. It's one that becomes more important as we get older, since the consequences of poor balance, including falls, injuries and fractures…
As we age, it’s common to experience more issues with both our physical and mental health. However research has shown that regular exercise, specifically resistance training, can improve both physical…
The short answer is yes, you can gain muscle at any age. Our muscles are living tissues which respond to the load and stress we put upon them. Strength training,…
Osteoporosis is a condition affecting the bones, in which the bones lose strength (technically known as lower bone density), meaning there is an increased risk of fracture. With normal ageing…