According to researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the John Hancock Center for Physical Activity and Nutrition at Tufts University, “studies at laboratories around the world have shown that strength training benefits women and men of all ages and all levels of fitness.” The CDC and Tufts collaborated on a safe, simple, and highly effective exercise program based on the principles of strength training, supplemented with aerobic activities to help older exercisers build strength, maintain bone density, improve coordination and mobility, reduce fall risk, and maintain independence in performing daily activities. Click here to download your free program guide: Growing Stronger: Strength Training for Older Adults. Please note the “Important Caution” at the start of the program, urging you to consult with your physician before starting this or any other exercise regimen.