The purpose of this Position Stand is to provide an overview of issues critical to understanding the importance of exercise and physical activity in older adult populations. The Position Stand is ...

Eccentric exercise focuses on movements, or phases of a movement, that lengthen the muscles. Some examples of eccentric exercise include lowering into a squat or lowering into a press-up. In contrast, ...

What comes to mind when you think about exercise? For example: What types of physical activities do you imagine (e.g., walking/running, using a cardio machine, weightlifting, yoga classes, etc.,)?

Exercise has long been known to have beneficial effects on cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health. It also has been increasingly recognized for its positive effect on mental health, and ...

Exercise can’t cure Alzheimer’s, but it can slow its progression and improve your quality of life. And while there’s no definitive way to prevent Alzheimer’s, exercise may reduce your risk. Aerobic ...

Engaging in regular physical activity, approaches such as yoga or swimming, and specific stretches may reduce symptoms of restless leg syndrome (RLS), support better sleep, and improve quality of life ...