Walking Slightly Faster Can Help Seniors Stay Active Longer – Plus an Easy Way to Measure Steps Per Minute

Richard Sagredo Walking just slightly faster helps older people stay active for longer, and stave off frailty. Taking just 14 steps per minute more than their usual pace led to “meaningful” improvements in physical well-being for seniors who were frail or at risk of becoming frail, according to new findings. The research team explained that…

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The unbearable obviousness of AI fitness summaries

After nearly a decade of wearables testing, I’ve amassed a truly terrifying amount of health and fitness data. And while I enjoy poring over my daily data, there’s one part I’ve come to loathe: AI summaries. Over the last two years, a deluge of AI-generated summaries has been sprinkled into every fitness, wellness, and wearable…

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4 Functional Exercises That Prove You’re Aging Strong

Working out isn’t just about looking good. Sure, toned muscles are a major plus when you’re wearing sleeveless tops or summer dresses—but your fitness routine should extend beyond aesthetics and prep your body for the long haul. That’s where functional strength comes into play. It’s essential for daily movement—especially as you age. We spoke with…

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How to Use a Foam Roller, According to Experts

Foam rollers are everywhere these days—at the gym, under your desk, collecting dust under the sofa—but does anyone actually know how to use a foam roller? Done well, foam rolling can ease tightness, increase blood flow, and help you move more freely before or after a workout. Done poorly, it just feels like a painful…

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