Millions of seniors are striking gold with silver. SilverSneakers, that is. The wellness program incorporates anaerobic and aerobic exercises designed for seniors. About 70 people start their Monday ...

It’s a simple formula: Improved access to fitness opportunities can translate to better health and less need for costly medical interventions. Some health insurers have even recognized that offering a ...

Barb Tesch, foreground, and Kathleen Mohle use exercise balls in a 45-minute SilverSneakers Classic class at the Armbrust YMCA. The beauty of the SilverSneakers program, instructor Kathy Peters says, ...

SilverSneakers is a health and fitness program for adults 65+ and is included for free in many Medicare Advantage plans—including to seniors in the Tampa Bay area. Visit SilverSneakersTampa.com to ...

Seniors can benefit from structured exercise programs that combine low-impact cardio and movements that improve balance, strength and endurance. Getty Images You might say my history with physical ...

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I’m hooked on Tai Chi. I’ve been taking classes with a variety of instructors for several months now. I am finding it addictive (in a good way). It’s slow. It’s deliberate. It looks easy — but it ...

FARGO - In recognition of National SilverSneakers Day, the YMCA is inviting older adults to participate in fitness activities and events Wednesday at the Fercho YMCA location, 400 1st Ave. S. Events ...

Grace Saxton and Arlene Rogers, both in their 90s, wouldn’t label themselves fitness fanatics, but they're in shape ― and it shows. Saxton, 92, a formerly trained acrobat, and Rogers, 90, a longtime ...