DELOYCE Alcorn is 92 years old – and pressing nearly four times that in weight at the gym. On a Wednesday afternoon, Alcorn slid into the leg press machine, which was set at a whopping 312 pounds ...

DeLoyce Alcorn, 92, is a devotee of slow-motion strength training, which he's been doing for 12 years. (Marcus Ubungen / Los Angeles Times) DeLoyce Alcorn is 92 years old — and pressing nearly four ...

Older adults who go beyond general physical activity guidelines and maintain or increase their moderate-to-vigorous physical activity levels have lower risks for rapid kidney function decline, ...

In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, most of us focus on physical fitness, aiming to shed a few pounds, build muscle, or improve cardiovascular health. However, an emerging body of research ...

Have you heard of ‘zone training’? If not, you’re not alone. Unless you’re really into exercise, the concept might be new to you — but it’s all the rage in the wellness world and could be the key to ...

The brain is a delicate organ that experiences specific changes with age. Older individuals tend to be at a higher risk for developing dementia. Researchers are interested in finding what ...

Terms like HIIT, HIT, Tabata and intervals have become so pervasive in our workout vocabulary that we don’t often stop to think about what they actually mean. Even experienced coaches and PTs are ...