To live long, be strong. That’s the poetic implication of a new study of longevity and mortality in a large group of women aged 63 to 99. In the study, published in February in JAMA Network Open, ...

Correspondence to Dr Haruki Momma, Department of Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan; h-momma{at}med.tohoku.ac.jp ...

Studies on the neurons of mice suggest our own human endurance may have more to do with the brain than our physique. Regular exercise strengthens muscles and improves endurance—but new research ...

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John Markunas, 70, prioritizes diet, exercise, and discipline to maintain health and muscle. He consistently follows a structured, progressive overload workout routine tailored to his age and needs. A ...

When it comes to longevity, bigger is not always better. Aim for everyday strength. By Hilary Achauer These days, you might think you have to become a power lifter to age well. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a ...

Pumping iron isn’t the only way to pump the brakes on age-related muscle loss. While weight training has long been lauded as the key to building and maintaining muscle mass, experts say there are ...

Eat 1.6-2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of your body weight daily to optimize muscle growth. Try pairing a high-protein diet with resistance training to build muscle. Animal sources of protein ...

Statins have transformed heart health, saving millions of lives by lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. But for many patients, these drugs come with a troubling ...

From the diaphragm to the pelvic floor, scientists say improving your core strength can protect your spine and help you move with ease into older age. Exercises like the plank train the body’s full ...

Dealing with soreness or achiness? A little dab of the right product can help. Of course, even the best muscle pain relief cream will only provide a temporary respite, but it can be super helpful when ...