A place to start
Muscle is the part of fitness that most protects everyday independence, and it responds to training at any age. Here is why, what the research shows, and a simple plan to start at home.
Balance is a skill you can train, and it declines quietly if you don't. Here is what it is made of, what the falls research shows, and a step-by-step way to build it.
What WHO says about activity and cognitive decline, why brain games are a weaker bet than people assume, and enjoyable ways to keep learning, talking and moving.
How sleep changes with age, the habits that help, why therapy beats pills for long-running insomnia, and when to bring a sleep problem to your doctor.
Falls are common, but they are not a normal part of aging. Here is what the research says about exercise, your home, your eyes and medicines, and what to do about the fear of falling.
Grip strength shows up in large studies of older adults. What the research found, what it does not mean for one person, and everyday ways to keep your hands and forearms strong.
