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Fitness and Exercise

Read the latest Fitness and Exercise Articles from Next Avenue.

Two older adults crouching down next to a mile marker on the Pacific Crest Trail. Next Avenue, Pacific Crest Trail section hike

We Are Those Guys: Four Decades on the Pacific Crest Trail

A chance encounter with some older backpackers in 1981 inspired three friends to walk the entire 2,650-mile path from Mexico to Canada, one section at a time
June 2, 2022
An older adult listening to educational content while doing a physical activity. Next Avenue, exercise for dementia

Beyond Yoga: Elevating Mind-Body Exercise to Battle Cognitive Decline

Combining physical activity with cognitive training yields better results than either alone. Here’s what you can do.
May 4, 2022
An older adult running across the finish line in a triathlon. Next Avenue, triathletes over 50

The Perfect Time to Tri

Triathlon is a grueling sport. Why is it so popular with the over-50 set?
March 21, 2022
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An older adult placing a golf ball on a tee. Next Avenue, golf injuries, safe golfing

Golf for Life

One medical expert and three lifelong golfers share their advice on how to keep getting out there year after year
March 16, 2022
An older adult during a powerlifting competition. Next Avenue, lifting over 50, strength training

Strength Training is Magic for People Over 50

Here’s how you can keep doing it safely
March 9, 2022
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