While Canadians practice different forms of social isolation — from social distancing to quarantine — to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, it's especially for older Canadians who are more ...
Joyce Brake was happily showing her nephew, visiting from England, around Victoria and, at one point, reached for a seat. The chair collapsed and Brake, 90, who still lives in her own Oak Bay home, ...
In one of his average workout classes, Curtis Adams will lead his group through a series of exercises, including jogging, jackknives and cardio boxing. But the participants may not fit the typical ...
Growing older does not mean slowing down. In fact, after 60, staying active becomes more important than ever for maintaining independence, reducing the risk of chronic illnesses, and keeping the mind ...
Engaging in regular physical activity in your 70s is essential for maintaining independence, vitality, and a high quality of life. Exercise strengthens muscles and bones, reducing the risk of ...
If you search for workouts tailored to different age groups on the internet, you will find an astonishing array of over a thousand variations. No longer is exercise solely the domain of the youthful ...
Engaging in regular exercise can help seniors combat muscle loss and improve brain health, recent studies have shown. A Canadian expert shared his best tips on safe and effective workouts for older ...
Staying active at home is one of the best ways seniors can maintain strength, balance, flexibility, and overall health—especially when trips to the gym become less convenient. The key to building an ...
As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle becomes crucial for long-term health and wellness, but some forms of exercise begin to lose their appeal. Biking outdoors, for example, can be a fun and ...
In recent years, a fitness trend dubbed "hanging neck exercise" among Chinese senior citizens has gained popularity. Executed by fixing a rope-like neck-hanging sling to a high tree branch or fitness ...