Active Aging
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All About the ARORA Intro to Healthy Living Program
Everything you need to know about this digital fitness program that features six weeks of workouts and educational content.
5 Ways to Improve Your Posture and Balance
A Dynamic Personal Trainer offers tips for working on your posture and balance so you can reduce the risk of falling.
Life Time in the News: “Woman, 104, Who Swims Laps Every Day Shares Simple Tips for Long Life”
The oldest Life Time member in North America shares the insights she’s garnered about longevity.
4 Strength-Training Tips for Active Older Adults
An ARORA-certified trainer offers advice for starting or maintaining an effective resistance-training routine, along with guidance for balancing it with low-impact cardio efforts.
Do You Have Knee Osteoarthritis? Walking May Help.
Walking may decrease knee pain among those with osteoarthritis — and it may even prevent additional joint damage, according to a recent study.
Can Exercise Mitigate the Effects of Parkinson’s?
Bouts of high-intensity exercise may ease the effects of this common neurodegenerative disease, according to a recent study.
The Importance of Maintaining Mobility as You Age
Mobility is a critical component of aging well. Experts explain how to maintain it for the long haul.
The Joint-Friendly Water Workout
These pool-based cardio and strength exercises are easy on your joints — and all together add up to good workout.
From Antiaging to Proaging
As she approaches a milestone birthday, our fitness editor considers her motivation to keep moving.
Exercising Safely with Parkinson’s Disease
Consistent exercise can help slow the progression of Parkinson’s. Experts weigh in on how to get the best results.
How Walking Enhances Healthy Aging
Regular walks can help stave off cardiovascular disease and dementia — and may even increase your lifespan.
Strength, Mobility, Balance: Introducing ARORA Fit
A Q&A with the creators of the new signature group training format that’s designed for active older adults.
Stress Less With ARORA Fitness
However you prefer to unwind or destress, there’s an ARORA class for you.
The Powerful Health Benefits of Walking
Going for a walk — though often underrated and underappreciated — is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health. Here’s why.
5 Moves You’ll See in ARORA Tai Chi
Learn about the benefits of this practice — and a few of the moves you’ll do in class.
4 Fitness Markers to Evaluate Your Health
Are you aging well? Try out these four fitness tests that have been linked to a reduced mortality risk.
Survey Says: It’s Never Too Late in Life to Make Fulfilling Friendships
A recent study shows that adults aged 55 and older are craving more social activity and satisfying relationships — which helps them adopt healthier habits.
Live Longer by Increasing Your Exercise Efforts
Studies indicate that doubling, and even quadrupling, the government recommendations for exercise can significantly reduce your risk of mortality.
6 Exercises to Help You Get Down on the Floor — and Up off the Floor — With Ease
Have you done a sit-stand test? The ability to get up off the floor with minimal support is a marker of longevity. Practice these moves to improve flexibility, balance, motor coordination, and muscle power.
Bobby Jessee’s Success Story
A man shares how a double-bypass surgery at age 54 inspired him to prioritize his fitness — and how he’s reaping the rewards at 91.
Healthy Aging and Travel: How to Prioritize Your Well-Being on the Go
Tips from an ARORA-certified trainer on maintaining strength, mobility, and endurance to make your long-term travel goals a reality.