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physical activity

Older, heavier? Never too late to exercise

Study finds regular, moderate exercise can reduce the risk of mobility problems in older people battling obesity.

More Americans are walking for exercise

It's an easy, inexpensive way to get moving and reap the health benefits, experts say.

Exercise benefits aging hearts, regardless of size

Physical activity helps ward off heart damage in middle age and beyond.

The art of aging gracefully

Study: If you're committed to an active lifestyle and healthy eating, those later years could be some of your greatest.

Patient Story

Older, stronger, better

Aging women don't have to say goodbye to muscles—they can just say hello to these tips on strength training.

More exercise, less cancer

Physical activity, including brisk walking, jogging and swimming, may cut risk of 13 cancers.

Walking Fido is doggone good for your health

A host of benefits are unleashed for older folks.

Retirement—golden for your health

When people stop working, they sit less, move more and get a better night's sleep.

Regular exercise may boost prostate cancer survival

Study finds that the most active men had the best outcomes.

Keep fit: Bike or walk to work

Middle-aged folks who had an 'active' commute weighed less than their driving peers.

Lack of exercise more deadly than obesity, study suggests

Just a 20-minute brisk walk each day can lower odds of early death, researchers add.