Balance forms the cornerstone of physical independence, yet it often goes unnoticed until it begins to decline. As we age, our body’s balance systems – from muscular strength to inner ear function – ...

Longevity training isn’t just about living longer—it’s about staying strong, independent, and disease-free as you age.

No extreme training required—just smart, consistent movement.

A specific type of exercise known as "Japanese Walking," said to add years to your life, is gaining momentum worldwide with fitness newbies and enthusiasts. Japanese Walking gets its name from its ...

Matt Fuchs lives in Maryland and writes about health, science, and technology. Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: Peter Finch—Getty Images, Vitalalp/Getty Images, Boris ...

Balance training sounds like something only gymnasts and yoga instructors need to worry about, but it’s actually the most underrated predictor of how gracefully you’ll age and how long you’ll live ...

Balance is the body’s ability to maintain its center of mass over its base of support. When you have good balance, you can remain upright and stable, distributing your weight in a way that allows you ...

"Running: Because it’s cheaper than therapy." — as seen on a bumper sticker In one of my first jobs after graduating from college, I worked for a gentleman named David. Most days during lunch, David ...

Standing on one leg requires the brain to integrate information from the eyes, the vestibular system in the inner ear, and the somatosensory system, which senses body position and ground contact.

Achieving a successful work-life balance can bring clarity, energy and peace of mind to your personal and professional world. Even with demanding schedules, you can find small but powerful ways to ...