Mobility & Fitness

Get Rolling With Foam Rollers

Apr 13, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
One of the best fitness tools for seniors is a small, lightweight cylinder made of compressed foam. “Foam rollers can be an effective means to help prevent aches and pain, prevent injuries from workouts, and remain more mobile and active,” says Susan Stich, MSPT, with the UCLA Outpatient Rehabilitation Department. … Read More

Yoga at Any Age Yields Big Benefits

Apr 13, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
An estimated 15.8 million American adults practice yoga, but only 18 percent are age 55 and older. If you are part of this minority group, you should consider rolling out the mat. Yoga has a wide range of benefits for seniors—from improving brain health to lowering their risk of heart … Read More

Swim Your Way Towards a Healthier Life

Apr 12, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
You may have swum only for fun in the past, but this summertime sport offers many year-round benefits for older adults. First off, swimming is a low-impact activity, which means it places less stress on the joints compared to endeavors like running and tennis. “The body feels like it weighs … Read More

Gym Membership Has Its Privileges

Apr 12, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
Gyms can be intimidating with all the booming noise, young bodies, and high-tech machines. But for older adults, a gym membership can be one of the best means to maintain an active lifestyle. “More than ever, gyms are developing programs that are tailored for seniors, such as chair and balance … Read More

The Great Wall of Workouts

Apr 12, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
Seniors can have trouble staying fit as they age, from finding time to visit a gym to maintaining motivation to facing physical barriers like injury recovery or surgery. If this is you, the solution may be as close as the next room. “Using just a wall and your body weight, … Read More

Stand Up to Healthier Feet

Apr 12, 2016 · · Mobility & Fitness
Your feet are not just the foundation for your body, but your life, too. “Without strong, healthy feet, you cannot stay mobile and enjoy an active and vibrant life as you age,” says Brendan Riley, DPM, with UCLA Health. Foot issues that often plague people age 50 and older include … Read More

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