To improve our balance we need to think of ourselves as athletes. What do athletes do to improve their abilities in a specific sport? They…

I was asked by a reader to show a way to get up from the ground after a fall. It is a good idea to…

Last month I shared my favorite exercise for seniors, the sit to stand. You can see it here. This exercise is my favorite because it…

When we refer to the process of aging we usually think of the simple passage of time, how many birthdays we have had or what…

Today we’re going to  look at endurance. As you know endurance is part of the four pillars of senior fitness.  And that includes strength, flexibility,…

In today’s post I use some props to demonstrate the benefits of exercise. As I have said many times on eldergym.com, and in many email…

Patrick LoSasso, CSCS*D, is a trainer and an internationally recognized authority on Parkinson’s exercise. He consults with medical professionals and trainers, sharing his unique and evidence…

Some of the reasons seniors fall is due to walking on what we call uneven terrain. This may be in your back yard stepping over…

In today’s post, I’d like to show you how to improve your speed, agility, and balance using ladder drills. As with any balance exercise, they…