"Our research, and that of others, has shown that strength training can have a remarkable impact on the lives of seniors," says Flynn, a professor in the department of Health, Kinesiology and Leisure ...

For those already walking 10,000 steps a day or hitting their cardio goals, adding strength training could be the next move ...

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Julie Logue, M.P.H., senior program manager for Silver Sneakers, agrees that strength training is particularly worthwhile for seniors. “As muscular strength and endurance improves, you can ...

In fact, senior weight lifting—that is ... all the fundamentals you need to understand why weight lifting and strength training are so important as you age, and how you can (safely!) ...

“Weight training is also good for the immune system and has an effect on the lymphatic system, decreasing water retention.” It also improves balance and strength. “From the age of 40—at ...

Slow-motion strength training is easier on joints and connective tissue, which may reduce risk of injury. The high-intensity workout is just 20 minutes, once a week. Seniors swear by the routine ...