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 ...

Self-monitoring of physical activity with an accelerometer and feedback is an effective tool to improve physical activity in elderly people requiring long-term support. The Kobe University study is ...

A randomized controlled trial conducted on elderly individuals shows that an improvement in physical fitness and cognition can be achieved by increasing daily physical activity to a certain level. The ...

Replacing time on the couch with less than 10 minutes of moderate or intense physical activity can have a positive impact on cognitive function among middle-aged people, according to a new study ...

Older adults who take part in aerobic exercise show significant improvement in their cognitive functioning, according to a study being published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Physical activity can help manage mood disorders and improve mental well-being in older adults. Exercises appropriate for all ability levels are available. The World Health Organization (WHO) ...

There are a lot of thoughtful gifts and activities ideas to celebrate Mother's Day with seniors - whether you live together or apart. Mother’s Day 2022 is almost here! Though we don’t need a specific ...

Special events and open houses will take place at Bergen County's 23 Senior Activity Centers in May in honor of "Older Americans Month." Bergen County residents 60 and older are encouraged to visit ...