Medically reviewed by Oluseun Olufade, MD Bone density refers to how much calcium and other minerals make up your bones. When your bones have more minerals, they have a higher bone density, meaning ...

Stand tall on a hard floor with a sturdy chair, table or stool within reach. Begin standing on one foot and hold for up to a ...

Falls are the leading cause of injury amongst seniors which is why it's important to improve balance and maintain physical ...

Balance is essential for everyday activities but is especially important to athletes and seniors as they're more prone to injuries and falls.

I actually recommend starting balance training as soon as you hit your 40s, by doing unilateral (single-sided) moves and trying wobble board exercises. This can help with stability, co-ordination, and ...

A strength coach explains the benefits of oblique workouts — plus more health tips from the One Small Thing newsletter ...

Various abilities can decline as we age. This includes coordination abilities such as balance, flexibility, and strength. Different exercises can help maintain these skills, plus reduce the risk of ...

Reverse walking, or retro walking, is an unconventional exercise that can improve your balance and coordination ...

Improve your coordination, boost your longevity, and train like an athlete at any age. As you age, maintaining coordination and balance becomes essential, not just for mobility, but for longevity. A ...

Having good balance can help prevent falls, which is increasingly important as you age, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Not to mention, having good stability translates to being ...

Kettlebells provide a unique core challenge. Try these beginner-friendly exercises that will improve balance, strength and ...

In the second of a five-part series, Dana Santas shows how building strength in the side abdominal muscles can improve ...