Fitness

Lifting to LightenLifting to Lighten

Lifting to Lighten

The value of weight training during older adulthood Fact checked by Shannon Sparks No doubt you’ve heard the news: Regular…

4 months ago
Strength Through MenopauseStrength Through Menopause

Strength Through Menopause

For women going through hormonal shifts, exercise is key to protecting current — and future — health With more people…

6 months ago
In-Home and in ShapeIn-Home and in Shape

In-Home and in Shape

Options for getting fit without leaving the house Fact checked by Derick Wilder   There are plenty of challenges to getting,…

10 months ago
Offset AgingOffset Aging

Offset Aging

How exercise builds strength and health for seniors Whether we like it or not, losing some fitness with age is…

2 years ago
Walking for Fitness and FriendshipWalking for Fitness and Friendship

Walking for Fitness and Friendship

8 great Chicago area walking paths for older adults Exercise contributes to healthy aging — that much everyone can agree…

3 years ago
What’s the Dill with Pickleball?What’s the Dill with Pickleball?

What’s the Dill with Pickleball?

The social, low-impact sport appeals to active older adults If you find yourself or someone you love in an (ahem)…

3 years ago
Living Room WorkoutsLiving Room Workouts

Living Room Workouts

In a pandemic plus, older adults pivoted to virtual fitness classes to stay in shape The pandemic hit older Americans…

3 years ago
Core IssuesCore Issues

Core Issues

Strengthen muscles to improve balance and stability Some adults become less stable on their feet as they get older, but…

3 years ago
Finding Your FlowFinding Your Flow

Finding Your Flow

Tai chi’s gentle postures benefit body and mind Petra Lopez-Garcia kept thinking about her approaching 80th birthday. As the milestone…

4 years ago
Have a SeatHave a Seat

Have a Seat

Chair yoga provides support and stability For decades, Chicagoan Patricia Mamantov worked out regularly, doing water aerobics and Pilates. But when…

4 years ago