Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

Do a dynamic warm-up: Begin with a five to 10 minute walk, jog, or jumping jacks to prepare your muscles for exercise.

The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday topics with UC Davis research. Each post is reviewed by our experts, ensuring you always get useful information you can trust. Bone density isn’t just ...

After 50, staying active is key for keeping your bones strong. Experts recommend a mix of weight-bearing aerobic exercise, strength training and balance and flexibility exercises. To support bone ...

Bone density refers to how much calcium and other minerals make up your bones. When your bones have more minerals, they have a higher bone density, meaning they're stronger and less likely to break.

The concept of jump training – ‘performing rapid, powerful movements, with maximum force in minimal time,’ says strength and conditioning coach Andy Vincent – isn’t new, but Google Trends data shows ...

You may think of weak bones as something only the elderly need to worry about, but by the time you turn the big 4-0, your bone density starts to decline, says Vonda Wright, M.D., a ...

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Bone broth contains protein and nutrients that benefit muscles. However, protein powder may have a more direct impact on muscle building and recovery.