Keeping fit

older women exercising outdoors

Would you use a 'senior playground' in your local park to try and keep fit? We gave one a test drive

Read our verdict 

Fitness for men

How the Older Men's Network, part of Age UK's Fit as a Fiddle Programme, is helping men to stay fit, active and healthy in later life.

More fitness...

Fitness for men

Martina shares her fitness secrets

Tennis star Martina Navratilova shares her tips on staying fit, and chats tennis, and what she likes to eat when visiting London.
Tennis star Martina Navratilova.

Walk your way to health

The easiest and cheapest way to improve your fitness is by starting regular walking. We look at the benefits of walking and how you can get started, even if you hate exercise.
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Getting moving

Whether it's Pilates, Yoga or Gyrotonic, we can help make sense of the different types of exercise classes that are available to you.

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Exercise materials

Physical activity is one of the best ways of boosting our health. We've got ways to help you strengthen your muscles and bones.


We are grateful for the generous support of Dr Naim Dangoor CBE
and The Exilarch's Foundation

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Escorted tours

Join a friendly group with an expert local guide to get the best from your trip.

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