Prevention of falls. A 2014 survey of older adults in the United States found that 1 in 3 reported having fallen in a given year.28 Falls can lead to restriction of activity, serious injury and ...

Older adults can stay motivated for exercise by enjoying activities and social support. Strength and cardiovascular exercises help maintain independence and daily activity participation.

Positive affectivity in older adults is linked to higher physical activity levels, even during COVID-19 restrictions, while depressive feelings correlate with reduced activity.

A new article reports that getting 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week can reduce all-cause mortality by 31% compared to a week with no appreciable physical activity.

Older adults who become more physically active can potentially add years to their lives as well as higher quality of life to those years,” the authors conclude. Reference: Thornton JS, Morley WN, ...

Regular exercise and physical activity are important for heart health, especially as a person ages. Exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease and strengthen the heart muscle. As a person ...

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 ...

"Mental well-being is an important resource for physical activity." "Those who have such resources are more likely to stay active, even during exceptional circumstances," Savikangas notes.

More information: Manne Godhe, Physical activity and fitness measures in healthy older adults and hip osteoarthritis patients (2025). DOI: 10.69622/28369040.v1 Provided by Karolinska Institutet ...

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 ...

Objective To examine the associations of accelerometer-measured physical activity and sedentary time with all-cause mortality in older Japanese adults. Methods A total of 1723 independent Japanese ...