Aging changes the human body in a myriad of ways. But even with those changes, seniors’ bodies have many of the same needs as ...

Top Stories from Nov. 5, 2025 SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — The Semmes Senior Center received a big upgrade to its outdoor ...

Motion is lotion for aching joints and soul food for mental health and wellness. There are dozens of ways you can exercise ...

Recent research highlights gait speed — the pace at which a person walks — as an important predictor of mobility, independence, and even longevity. Many experts now consider gait speed the “sixth ...

Being physically active is good for every part of you—including your brain. The latest research shows that it can help slow ...

SEMMES, Ala. ( WALA) - Officials cut the ribbon today for the Semmes Senior Center walking and fitness trail expansion. The ...

For many older adults, staying active often means doing it alone. Walking, jogging or heading to the gym solo have long been the go-to activities for ...

Mobility exercises can be a useful tool for promoting joint health, which is key for maintaining quality of life. These exercises do not require a gym membership or expensive equipment to perform.

Another heart-pumping activity is using those 15 minutes to walk uphill. “ Incline walking is an excellent way to recruit ...

Older adults have many exercise options that are great for building fitness but easy on the joints. “Low impact” does not mean low quality. The exercises in this article can be great ways to build or ...

Marion Mayor Bill Collins is inviting senior citizens to participate in monthly walks to explore downtown Marion. The walks, led by historian Bob Goyer, will take place the first Wednesday of each ...