Exercise & Fitness for Older Adults

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Studies show that exercise slows the aging process and actually decreases pain. Learn why and how to get stronger and healthier as you age.

Jun 6, 2023

Staying Fit With Age-Related Pain: Top 5 Tips for Older Adults Read Article

Physical therapy can be an important falls prevention tool for older adults. Learn more.

May 3, 2023

How a Physical Therapist Can Help You Reduce Your Risk of Falling Read Article

Oct 11, 2022

How Exercise Helps You Age Well Read Article

Sep 8, 2022

How Physical Activity Helps Rural Older Adults Stay Strong and Steady Read Article

May 12, 2022

The 6 Best Activities for Older Adults with Diabetes Read Article

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Resources to Help You Age Well

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Exercising as an older adult in the winter can be challenging as temps drop and roads and sidewalks become slippery. Here are 6 tips on how to stay active.

Dec 14, 2021

6 Ways to Stay Physically Active in the Winter

A Black senior woman is smiling while going for a run in the park.

Oct 22, 2021

5 Tips to Help Older Adults Stay Motivated to Exercise

Dr. Paul Lam and other older adults participate in a sun style tai chi workshop together outside.

Aug 31, 2021

The Health Benefits of Tai Chi and How to Get Started

Falls have resulted in more than 3 million injuries treated in emergency departments annually. Answer questions to assess your risk.

Aug 30, 2021

The Life-Changing Benefits of Exercise After 60

A group of older adult women are playing Bingo in a senior center during the day.

May 7, 2021

Combine Bingo, Education, and Exercise to Improve Your Health

A group of seniors are in a pool doing water aerobics together to improve health and reduce injury.

Jan 1, 2021

Exercise Programs That Promote Senior Fitness

As people age, their bodies are less able to handle the effects of environmental hazards, such as poor air quality. Here are some ways to limit your exposure.

Oct 26, 2020

Protecting Yourself from Poor Air Quality

Learn more about how physical therapy can support your goals of staying healthy and remaining independent.

Oct 24, 2019

The Role of a Physical Therapist in Healthy Aging

Three older women are outside posing for the camera, smiling.

Apr 9, 2019

5 Healthy Aging Tips Every Woman Should Know

Learn about Walk with Ease, a six-week program focused on making physical activity a part of everyday life to help manage pain from osteoarthritis.

Jul 26, 2018

How Walking Can Ease Arthritis Symptoms

A multi-ethnic group of seniors are taking Tai Chi class outdoors.

Sep 22, 2016

You Have the Power to Prevent a Fall

An upclose shot of a group of senior ladies standing in a row and doing lunging exercises while training in a gym.

Sep 1, 2016

Dorothy Wall's Falls Prevention Story

A closeup of a senior couple holding hands while walking outdoors.

Sep 1, 2016

Elizabeth Goldfarb's Falls Prevention Story

Learn more about the benefits of collaborating with physical therapists, including the positive impact on senior center programs and services offerings in this webinar on October 18.

Sep 1, 2016

John Feirich's Falls Prevention Story

A variety of rocks are balanced vertically on the beach.

Sep 1, 2016

Marjorie Brown's Falls Prevention Story

A senior woman's hands can be seen upclose doing Tai Chi Chuan, a Chinese martial art.

Sep 1, 2016

Sandy Perry's Falls Prevention Story

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