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One moment you’re walking tall and the next, your head is face down on the ground. Maybe it was just an unfortunate tripping incident- or maybe your balance needs examination and improvement. Whether or not you realize it, multiple systems in your body need to work together to support your…

As we noted in an earlier post, exercise is one of the most valuable activities you can undertake for your heart health. And while you might think cardio exercise is the most important physical activity for heart health, it turns out that a combination of cardio, strength training, and even…

If you’re an adult over age 50, you stand a good chance of breaking a bone on that leg you’re standing on, whether you’re a man or a woman. Statistics show that worldwide, one in three women and one in five men will suffer a bone fracture due to osteoporosis…

While it appears that everyone loses a bit of muscle as they get older, sarcopenia (the progressive loss of muscle mass, function, and strength) is not inevitable if you’re willing to put in the work and dedication necessary to restore and maintain muscles. We’ve published a strong and steady stream…

There’s no doubt that if you’re looking for a magical anti-aging elixir, exercise can be one of your primary sources. Whether cardio or strength training (or ideally both), your body and brain will age better when they receive a regular boost from exercise. In fact, as a recent post in…

You might think that with the nicer weather and you being out and about more, your risk of falling and injuring yourself is less than in the cold and icy winter months. Certainly, more walking and physical activity are good for strengthening your leg and foot muscles. But it’s just…