Activities for improving posture and stability: Smell the coffee

The “Smell the Coffee” activity is a fun, quick, and easy activity that marries deep breathing and a natural back-lengthening movement.

Boost vitality with more frequent exercise

A recent study found that participants in a high-calorie-expenditure exercise program actually grew to like exercise more than those who took part in a standard exercise program.

Confidence and positive attitude help older adults stick with exercise

To develop effective older adult physical activity interventions, it is important to understand factors that predict participation and adherence.

Exercise programming for patients with Alzheimer's Disease

Learn the recommendations, precautions, and special considerations associated with exercise programming for patients with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Strength training older adults with obesity

Over two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2004), with many estimates even higher (ACSM 2010).Fortunately, sensible strength training can remediate this situation (Campbell et al. 1994; Westcott 2009).