Active aging is about continuing to do the things that matter to you—moving with confidence, taking part in your community and maintaining as much independence as possible. It is not about chasing youth or completing extreme workouts. It is about choosing regular, meaningful movement that supports the life you want to live. What does “active aging” mean? Active aging brings together physical activity, strength, balance, everyday movement and social participation. It can look

Bones are living tissue. Like muscles, they respond to the forces placed on them. Carefully chosen resistance and weight-bearing exercise can be an important part of bone health—but the right starting point depends on your bone density, fracture history and overall health. Osteopenia and osteoporosis are not the same Both terms describe lower-than-expected bone mineral density (BMD), usually measured with a DXA scan. The T-score compares BMD with the average for a healthy you

Resistance training means asking your muscles to work against resistance—such as weights, machines, resistance bands or your own body weight. It is not reserved for athletes. When it is matched to your experience and progressed gradually, it can make everyday activities feel more capable. What happens when you lift? During a set of lifting, a muscle repeatedly produces force. With regular practice, the body adapts: muscles can become stronger and larger, and tasks such as sta

Living with type 2 diabetes does not mean you need to become an athlete. Regular movement—especially activities you enjoy and can repeat—can be a useful part of your care alongside food choices, medication and clinical follow-up. What is type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition in which the body does not use insulin as effectively as it needs to. Insulin helps move glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into cells for energy. When insulin is less effective, blo