The tools used to assess physical activity levels in older adults must be updated so people can get optimal care, according to authors of a new report. Getting enough physical activity is essential to ...

Strong social connections and regular physical activity work together to support healthier, happier lives in older adults.

Adults aged 65 years and older who follow physical activity guidelines recommended for their age group have a lower risk of all-cause mortality, a new study finds. Investigators said they were able to ...

As the older adult population in the United States continues to grow, finding effective means to promote physical activity and engage older adults in existing programs is imperative to promote healthy ...

A CMAJ review confirms the transformative impact of physical activity on aging. Benefits include reduced disease risk, improved cognition and better quality of life. Regular activity, 150 minutes ...

Experts have long known that strong social networks and physical activity help older adults stay healthier. Until now, ...

Older adults in Philadelphia are reaping the benefits of fitness classes that provide long-term physical, mental and social health. Judy Steinberg, 84, exercises most days at KleinLife, which offers a ...

A study has found that older adults who exercise with their spouse achieve lower physical activity levels than older adults without their spouse. In a study of 240 participants in Singapore aged 54 to ...

Brand new research has revealed that even moderate daily physical activity can reduce the risk of depression. Brand new research from University of Limerick in Ireland has revealed that even moderate ...

Evidence Statement and Recommendation. Evidence Category A. Regular physical activity increases average life expectancy through its influence on chronic disease development, through the mitigation of ...