The Muscle Gap: Why Most Seniors Quit Home Exercise (and How to Be the Exception)



Active Aging News

Weekly Edition • February 13, 2026



Fitness


From Rusty Hinge to Well-Oiled Machine: The Best Exercise for Achy Joints

Tired of your knees sounding like a bowl of Rice Krispies? Stanford scientists have discovered a breakthrough injection that's a "youth switch" for your joints. See how science is making "bone-on-bone" a thing of the past.

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Fitness


The Muscle Gap: Why Most Seniors Quit Home Exercise (and How to Be the Exception)

New research explores why staying active at home is such a challenge for those of us over 50—and how to beat the "boredom barrier".

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Health and Wellness


From Bone-on-Bone to Brand New: The Injection Rebuilding Human Knees

Are you "resting" your achy joints only to find they feel rustier than ever? A massive new study has overturned the old "wear and tear" myth, proving that the secret to pain-free movement isn't what we were told.

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Health and Wellness


Mastering the 'Wind-Down': Science-Backed Tips for Sleep Consistency

Is your weekend sleep-in actually doing more harm than good? Falling out of rhythm doesn't just make you groggy—it’s been linked to surprising risks involving your heart, brain, and even your gallbladder.

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“We don't stop playing because we get old. We get old because we stop playing.”

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