DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We have a new fitness facility nearby. The pool schedule shows a number of aqua exercise classes. I'd like to try a water fitness class to add variety to my regular fitness routine, ...

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Aquatic exercise represents a versatile physical activity modality that offers significant benefits for older adults. The unique properties of water, such as buoyancy and resistance, enable ...

If you think improving heart health means pounding treadmills or gasping through high-intensity workouts, here’s some good ...

As we age, regular physical activity becomes more important than ever. For seniors, consistent exercise helps maintain mobility, build strength, prevent falls, and improve overall well-being. The best ...

Throughout life’s many stages, finding — and sticking to — a fitness routine can be complicated. Whether you struggle to find the right time or place, it seems like there’s always something hindering ...

Standing in the front of the Yakima YMCA and Rotary Aquatic Center’s lap pool, 80-year-old Maureen “Moe” Garrison leads several dozen other seniors through her twice-weekly aquatic fitness class. With ...