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With ageing serving as one of the biggest risks for dementia and with 1 in 3 people aged 85 years likely to develop dementia, "a simple intervention like exercise" could  "save our community from the enormous personal, economic and social costs associated with dementia". Source: Getty Images.
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The form of exercise that can provide a long-term brain boost for older adults

The form of exercise that can provide a long-term brain boost for older adults

Exercise has long been recognised for its benefits to both body and mind. Now, a recent longitudinal study has highlighted a specific form of exercise that can enhance brain function in older adults for years.
"This study provides evidence that resistance training with heavy loads at retirement age can have long-term effects over several years." Source: Getty Images.
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Discover how older adults can unlock ‘long-lasting’ health benefits through weightlifting 

Discover how older adults can unlock ‘long-lasting’ health benefits through weightlifting 

A recent study has discovered that older individuals can significantly enhance their leg strength and enjoy "long-lasting' health benefits by lifting weights three times a week.
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Why exercising outdoors in winter can elevate your health and wellbeing

Why exercising outdoors in winter can elevate your health and wellbeing

Learn how you can boost your immune system, maintain your strength and fitness, elevate your vitamin D levels, and regulate your sleep patterns.
“These findings support the importance of exercise, particularly for the elderly.” Source: Getty Images.
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How exercise could help ‘combat ageing of the brain’ and slow cognitive decline

How exercise could help ‘combat ageing of the brain’ and slow cognitive decline

For years, we've been extolled the virtues of exercise for our health and well-being and now researchers have discovered that physical activity can help prevent or slow cognitive decline as we age.
Weight-bearing exercises are a great way to keep your body strong as you get older. Source: Getty Images.
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Top 5 weight-bearing exercises tailored for over-60s

Top 5 weight-bearing exercises tailored for over-60s

These types of exercises can help keep our bodies strong as we age and help maintain strength in our muscles and bones, which can decline naturally over time.
Exercise is proven to reduce fat buildup in muscle tissue but more research is needed to understand effects of this buildup. Source: Getty Images.
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New study reveals that exercising to reduce fat buildup could boost your longevity 

New study reveals that exercising to reduce fat buildup could boost your longevity 

As hunter gatherers, early humans were never meant to live a sedentary life and this is becoming clearer as more and more research points to the benefits of exercising well into old age.
Discover the key to ageless strength with these essential tips and exercises for greater bone health. Source: Getty Images.
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5 simple exercises to help maintain strong bones and ensure a vibrant, active life

5 simple exercises to help maintain strong bones and ensure a vibrant, active life

It's no secret that maintaining optimal bone health becomes more important as we age.
Bid farewell to flabby arms and unlock strength at any age with these simpler and effective exercises. Source: Getty Images.
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Say goodbye to ‘bingo wings’ with these 4 effective exercises

Say goodbye to ‘bingo wings’ with these 4 effective exercises

Whether you call them "tuckshop lady arms" or "bingo wings," dealing with flabby arms is a common challenge. Fortunately, there are a number of exercises to help you trim the fat and tone your guns.
Preventing falls isn't just about avoiding injury; it's about maintaining an active and engaged lifestyle as we age. Source: Getty Images.
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Simple exercises to help safeguard against falls and maintain independence

Simple exercises to help safeguard against falls and maintain independence

There are a number of simple exercises that can improve strength and balance and go a long way in ensuring a safer and more positive ageing experience.