Choosing Fitness Videos

There are hundreds of fitness videos. AARP gives you help for how to decide which one is right for you.

Dig Into Gardening for a Mind-Body Workout

Enjoy the health benefits of gardening and learn how to garden safely.

Fitness Safety

You can get hurt if you just throw yourself into a new fitness routine or exercise activity. Learn how to stay safe while staying active.

Making a Splash with Water Workouts

AARP describes the benefits of water workouts and how to exercise safely in the water.

Martial Arts Made Friendly

Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, judo or something else? AARP explains how to choose a martial art form and where to look for classes

Pilates: A Core Conditioning Program

Pilates, a total conditioning program, strengthens core muscles and improves flexibility and body alignment. Here’s information about how Pilates work, the benefits, and how to choose a teacher.

Raking Leaves

Those beautiful fall leaves can be a pain in the neck – and back – if you don’t protect your back and legs while you rake and bag them.

Running with Chi

ChiRunning combines the smooth moves of Tai Chi with running. It reduces sports injuries and is easier on aging bodies-- a natural for Boomers who like to run.

Seasonal Fitness: Shovel Snow Safely

Tips for staying safe and avoiding injury when shoveling snow.

Staying Active with Health Challenges

With a doctor's okay, people with health challenges can still be physically active. Activity may relieve some of the symptoms of arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.

Sticking with a Fitness Plan

AARP offers tips to help you stick with your fitness program.

Stretch for Flexibility

Practice safe stretching to keep muscles loose and to counteract stiffness, as well as build flexibility.

Taking Fitness on the Road

Tips for staying active while traveling for work or pleasure.

Yoga Yields Mind and Body Fitness

Yoga, a gentler form of physical activity. AARP explains what yoga is, how to get started, and how to do it safely.