DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) – CRIS Healthy Aging and the Danville YMCA are teaming up to help elderly people get fit and strong.

Coach Josh Schlottman shares his go-to moves for seniors with a focus on safely building strength and balance.

A certified trainer shares 5 beginner core exercises for adults over 55 that build strength faster than planks—no floor work ...

Hold the ends of the band in each hand. Step back from the anchor point until the band is taut. Stand tall, engage your core ...

By the time you reach the age of 60, you will have lost 25% of your muscle mass (a common part of aging). But that doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to being “weak.” Fortunately, you can ...

Exercise with Sassy Seniors begins with sharing news, stories, and jokes before the warmup and stretching begins. The group enjoys the camaraderie as much as the workout with bands, weights and balls.

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

THE exercise ball, also known as a stability or Swiss ball, has become a staple in modern gyms and home workouts. Originally developed in the 1960s for physical therapy, the Swiss ball gained ...

An exercise schedule for healthy weight loss typically involves a combination of cardiovascular exercise and strength training. Tracking daily calorie consumption also helps. Choosing the right ...

Find your deep, personal motivation to exercise can make a big difference. If you’re having trouble getting below the surface ...

Participants in a new study who spent more time being sedentary were more likely to experience decline regardless of how much they exercised.