Core strength exercises for seniors, from trainer Michael Betts. Try 3 bed-position tests to see if your core is top-tier after 65.

Forget complex gym machines; the humble pushup is the ultimate indicator of functional longevity and upper-body resilience as ...

Single-leg balance test after 65: what 30 seconds says about fall risk, with certified trainer tips to improve fast.

You can have the healthiest diet in the world, but if you want to age well and remain independent the key things you’ll need are balance, strength and flexibility. As a fitness coach specialising in ...

Getting up from the floor without wincing. Carrying groceries without your back complaining. Standing tall through a long day without fatigue creeping in. These everyday moments reveal something ...

Core training has always been part of military PT and fitness testing. From crunches to sit-ups, flutter kicks, leg tucks and plank poses, the U.S. military uses many exercises to test core strength.

It doesn’t take long to do an effective core workout, and I found this short Pilates session perfect for working the abs and obliques.

ATHLEAN-X founder Jeff Cavaliere broke down seven strength tests to determine how fit you are, regardless of age or gender.

Try these tests to evaluate your strength and cardiovascular fitness. Credit... Supported by By Hilary Achauer Photographs by Ashley Barker How do you know if you are fit? Or, at least, fit enough?