The sit-to-stand exercise refers to standing from a seated position without using your hands, and it's both a mobility test and booster. Widely considered to be a fundamental element of mobility, the ...

By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions you recommend that I can implement to ...

Falls represent one of the most serious health risks for adults as they age, with one in four Americans over 65 experiencing a fall each year. These incidents aren’t merely inconvenient—they’re the ...

With aging, the risk of falls becomes greater. That's why having a strong balance is key to being steady and ready. These five exercises can help with stability and better footing. “The sit-to-stand ...

Turn to this quick workout to get the heart rate up and work the full range of motion for multiple muscles groups.

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Those morning stretches and at-home pilates might not be enough as one doctor shared an exercise that could determine your lifespan. NBC News medical contributor Dr. Natalie Azar shared with the TODAY ...

The core muscles are located at the center of your body. They extend from your ribcage and go down your pelvis and hips. They include the muscles that support your spine and go right down to your ...

Recently, one of my favorite teachers with the Iyengar Institute in New York City had us practice some interesting sit-to-stand (STS) variations. The teacher is at least 20 years my junior. I ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions you recommend that I can implement to help prevent this?

My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions you recommend that I can implement to help prevent this? This is a common ...