Staying physically active helps seniors boost energy, improve mood, and strengthen the mind-body connection. (Leslie Sokol's Dance photo) The connection between your physical and mental well-being is ...

When Maria started experiencing memory lapses at 73, her doctor suggested medications and puzzles. Instead, she joined a weekly dance class. Six months later, her cognitive assessments showed ...

You likely know that, as you age, staying active and healthy can help you maintain the ability to do the things you love—whether it’s walking, gardening, traveling, or simply keeping up with your ...

The doctor is in and this time it's geriatrician Doctor Chandini Sharma. We're talking about dancing as a form of exercise. Dr. Sharma: "Most people just dance around weddings or big occasions, but if ...

Nearly 2,000 seniors gathered at Glen Island Park in New Rochelle on Wednesday for Westchester County's Senior Dance Party. The event, hosted by the Department of Senior Programs and Services and ...

We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of our links. McClatchy newsrooms were not involved in the creation of this content. Staying fit is important at every age, but it’s ...

Various abilities can naturally decline as a person ages. This includes coordination abilities such as balance, flexibility, and strength. Many exercises can help maintain these abilities and reduce ...

Here Mary and Jed Osborn, of Leipsic, dance with their granddaughter, Isabel Lorentz. DESHLER -- Dancing is one of the best exercises for seniors, and it also has the added benefit of being able to ...