Falls are a significant concern for the elderly population, often leading to severe injuries, loss of independence, and a decrease in quality of life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), falls are the second leading cause of accidental or unintentional injury deaths worldwide, with adults over 65 suffering the greatest number of fatal falls. While numerous factors contribute to fall risk, one often overlooked aspect is the strength of the calf muscles. This article delves into the critical role of calf strength in preventing falls among seniors and highlights relevant research that underscores this connection.

The sport has taken the 50 plus crowd by storm and Etobicoke is home to a new indoor pickleball club. Learn more about the sport, the possible risks of injury and how to prepare yourself if you have been inactive and wish to start playing.

As we age, maintaining strength and mobility becomes increasingly vital for a vibrant and fulfilling life. For older adults, the prospect of hitting the gym might seem daunting, but fear not—there's a transformative solution: in-home personal training. In this article, we'll explore the myriad benefits of personalized fitness programs tailored specifically for older individuals, helping them not only get stronger but also embrace a healthier and more active lifestyle. If you are looking for in-home personal training in Etobicoke, Toronto, Mississauga or Brampton, Corefit has a trainer for you.

A simple but effective method to remove the confusion about diets and a way to look at them objectively. We focus on helping clients over 50.

In the pursuit of a long and healthy life, the age-old debate between cardiovascular exercise and weight training has raged on. Both forms of exercise offer unique benefits that contribute to overall well-being, but when it comes to longevity, cardiovascular exercise has emerged as a frontrunner. While weight training undeniably enhances muscle strength and endurance, the cardiovascular system plays a pivotal role in sustaining life, making its consistent maintenance paramount for a prolonged existence.

Baby boomers have innovated each age group they’ve experienced. Now that most of them are in their 60s and 70s, they are setting a new standard for aging gracefully, as they strive for a high quality of life in their later years.

As an older adult, you are considering starting weight training. You’ve read the articles on the benefits it provides. The only problem is that the gym can be an intimidating place. Plus, you don’t know how to use the equipment, nor can you take the risk of getting hurt. Hiring a personal trainer seems like a good idea, but is it worth the money?

What happens to our bodies as we age? A study published in 1981 can help us answer that question. “The Framingham Disability Study II, Physical Disability Among the Aging” looks at many factors and what limitations occur as we get older. This information becomes even more relevant today as the second largest generation, the baby boomers, are now aged 56 to 75 years old.

Insulin resistance often referred to as prediabetes, means you have a higher-than-normal blood sugar level but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes yet. If you have prediabetes, the long-term damage of diabetes may already be starting. There's good news, however. Progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes is evitable.