Running for Older Adults: How and Why to Get Started
It’s a misconception that running is only for the young or the very fit. In reality, running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise and can be adapted…
Exercising With a Long Term Health Condition
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…
The Benefits of Yoga and Pilates For Older Adults
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…
Resistance Band Exercises For Older Adults
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 Exercises For Seniors
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…
The Effect of Resistance Training on Mental Health in Older Adults
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…
Can you still gain muscle in older age?
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,…