You don't need to look like a bodybuilder, but for healthy aging, maintaining muscle strength is likely just as important as ...

Walking after age 60 helps, but experts reveal that lifting weights protects strength and independence in the long term.

A new study suggests that muscle strength, particularly grip strength, is associated with longevity and could offer a practical screening tool for aging-related risk.

You don't need to look like a bodybuilder, but for healthy aging, maintaining muscle strength is likely just as important as getting enough aerobic activity, according to the findings of a University ...

Most of us worry about weight gain as we grow older. Very few think about muscle loss. But that’s exactly what creeps up ...

By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. An 8-week community-based intervention suggests that pairing resistance training with whole-food protein and nutrition education may strengthen bones and improve physical ...

Oprah Winfrey is proving that age is no barrier to strength and at 72 years old, she shared her latest gym session as she showcased her progress with planks, highlighting how consi ...

New research and federal guidelines confirm that building muscle isn’t just for the young — it’s a powerful strategy for longevity, mobility, and independence at any age.

As we age, low-grade inflammation can occur in the body. Metabolism also changes. But how does exercise influence these processes? A comprehensive analysis examines the connection between physical ...

Heavy leg exercises may increase production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth and maintenance of nerves in the brain, Carbone said. This process, called ...

Aging changes how you train, but it doesn’t eliminate your ability to grow. A top coach explains what needs to shift in your ...

On Feb. 19, experts are set to talk about how to keep your bones strong and take your questions at Central Vermont Medical ...