It’s easy to assume that, as we get older, our physical capabilities decline. And maybe there’s nothing we can do about it. While our bodies certainly age — I hate to admit it, but my back pain has ...

We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of our links. McClatchy newsrooms were not involved in the creation of this content. Staying fit is important at every age, but it’s ...

When Linda Mullenhour enters the pool, she takes control. All eight members of her class mimic her every move, listening to her verbal commands. “One, two, three, four,” she says, “and we’re going ...

Exercise is important for overall health and well-being, especially as you age. Chair exercises may be a good option for people with mobility issues or who want an exercise routine they can do at home ...

Losing interest in an exercise regimen is a situation many fitness enthusiasts have confronted at one point or another. Overcoming a stale workout routine can be simple for young athletes, whose ...

Fitness pros share their favorite exercises to do in the swimming pool. (Getty Creative) Let’s be honest: The last thing you want to do on a hot summer day is go for a run. But just because the pool ...

If the benefits of swimming haven’t gotten you in the water yet, the boost that swimming gym exercises can give any athlete might seal the deal. Swimming pool exercises boost fitness, flexibility, and ...

Aerobic exercise, or cardio, elevates your heart rate with movements that activate your body's large-muscle groups. When done in the water, this type of workout offers many proven benefits, including ...

While you could always swim laps if you want to work out in a pool, there are plenty of other exercises to do in the water that are just as beneficial. Think squats in the shallow end, push-ups ...

Summer days are here, and the cool water of a sunshine-soaked pool is calling your name. While a refreshing dip in the pool is just what the doctor ordered this time of year, think about how you can ...