A 2026 Lancet Healthy Longevity paper argues that age-related weakness involves the motor system, not just muscle, and calls for tests and trials.
Weakness And Mobility Loss In Aging Are Not Just Muscle Problems
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Can You Get Up From The Floor Without Using Your Hands? Here’s Why It’s Bad News If You Can’t And What To Do About It
A floor-to-stand test can highlight mobility and strength challenges, but it is not a diagnosis or a standalone measure of health.
The Three Stretches A Physical Therapist Wishes Everyone Would Do To Improve Their Hip Mobility
Physical therapist Dr. Marivi Lao recommends three gentle hip stretches, with guidance on holds, frequency and when to ease off.
I Use This Exercise To Help My Clients Over 50 Improve Their Balance, Posture And Core Strength—and It Only Takes 60 Seconds
A Fit&Well trainer recommends the suitcase carry for practicing balance, posture and core strength, with lighter, stationary options for beginners.
Two Simple Drills To Improve Your Balance
A Fit&Well report outlines two balance drills from trainer Yancy Culp, with gradual progressions and basic safety advice.
Scientists Discover How Exercise Reverses Muscle Aging
Experiments in flies and mice link exercise to a DEAF1–mTORC1 pathway that helps aging muscle cells clear damaged proteins.
Beyond Sleep Tracking: How LumiSleep D1 Fits Into The Wind-Down After Training
LumiMind describes LumiSleep D1, an EEG headband that adapts audio during bedtime, overnight wake-ups and naps. Sleep benefits are not guaranteed.
Three Of The Best Exercises For Tech Neck—and You Can Do Them All At Your Desk
A Fit&Well report outlines three seated exercises for screen-related neck discomfort, plus posture and movement-break advice from physical therapists.
These Are Three Of The Best Exercises To Ease Hip Stiffness From Sitting For Too Long, Says This Physical Therapist
Physical therapist Raj Suppiah recommends three hip stretches for stiffness after sitting, while stressing comfortable movement and strength work.
This Is The One Stretch I Recommend To All Walkers Who Don’t Have Time For A Full Cool-down
Fit&Well’s trainer recommends the bodyweight good morning as a brief post-walk stretch, while noting it is not a full-body cool-down.
