72 yo male in very good aerobic shape (swimmer)… I started weight lifting to maintain strength. I started with enough weight in each exercise to…

Hi! Thank you for your site and information. My father is 85 years old and is having difficulty with circulation (resulting in swollen legs), bone…

One of my favorite leg strengthening exercises for seniors has to be the lunge. In this exercise, simply stand with feet at hip width at…

Are you tight in your low and mid back, and at the same time in your hamstrings? We are often very stiff in this area,…

One of the easiest and helpful leg strengthening exercises for seniors is the knee extension. This exercise can be performed in any chair. Simply sit…

The side hip raise is a wonderful hip exercise for strengthening and balance. In this exercise, we perform alternating or pendulum hip movements which add…

Another great senior balance exercise is heel walking. For this exercise you will definitely need to hold on to a kitchen counter or wall.  This…

Have you ever wondered how those female gymnasts learn to walk on a 4 inch beam? Well they usually start very young with simple balance…

Essential Balance and Coordination Exercises For Seniors. Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to turn around? Sounds silly, of course you…