Forget walking and swimming: This is the best exercise for staying fit after 55, according to new research

Here are some example exercises to try: Standing on one leg: close your eyes and lift one leg off the ground. If this is too ...

If You Can Do This Many Jumping Jacks at 55, Your Cardio Is Better Than Most

At 55, 30–40 smooth jumping jacks without stopping—and passing the talk test—signals above-average cardiovascular fitness.
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Physiotherapist shares 5 exercises for ages 55+ to reduce back pain and build flexibility

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images Back-strengthening exercises are crucial for improving posture, building ...

How to exercise safely to manage high blood pressure

Regular exercise or 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week is key to preventing or managing hypertension.
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Static isometric exercise, such as wall sits, best for lowering blood pressure

Static isometric exercises—the sort that involve engaging muscles without movement, such as wall sits and planks—are best for lowering blood pressure, finds a pooled data analysis of the available ...
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Physiotherapist shares 5 exercises for ages 55+ to reduce back pain and build flexibility

Back-strengthening exercises are crucial for improving posture, building spine and shoulder stability and reducing the likelihood of developing posture-related injuries. A strong back can even improve ...