Over 780 live classes a year, plus 1,000+ on demand, for about 36p a day. Here's what joining Jim's Gym for the year could do for you.

Stronger, steadier, and happier. The mental health benefits of exercise after 55 are just as powerful as the physical ones. Here's what the science says.

Mobility is strength through a range you can actually use. What it really means after 55, why it fades, and how to build it back. It's never too late.

The one rule worth keeping: food should support your life, not rule it. What the science really says about protein, bones and eating well after 55.

Tai chi is cool. There, I've said it. Slow motion martial arts in your own front room, and beneath the calm surface it's working balance, coordination and a clearer head the entire time. The class looks soft. The results are anything but.

The number one reason people give for not trying yoga is that they're not flexible enough. Which is exactly why you should start. Yoga doesn't ask you to be bendy, it makes you bendy, one stiff morning at a time

The question I hear most from people over 55 is some version of "am I doing this right?" The answer is kinder than most expect. Good movement is something you find, not a rule you're handed.

Jim's Gym is more than a tidy list of features. It's live classes that adjust to you, an on-demand library for the days that don't go to plan, a community that knows your name and a new relationship with what your body can do. Here's the honest, full picture.

Strength training isn't the barbells and grunting you're picturing, it's about what happens inside the muscle, which means a resistance band, a water bottle or even a wall can do the job. This is why it matters more for women as we get older, and how to find out what your body can still do.

Your balance system isn't built for holding still. It's built for movement, recovery, and staying on your feet when life catches you off guard. Here's what the research says, and five exercises to start today.

Not all online fitness is created equal. If you're over 55 and looking for something that actually works for your life, here's what to look for, what to avoid and what the research says about getting fit from home.

If you're in or near Stroud and looking for fitness classes that actually work for your life, there's something worth knowing about. Jim's Gym is an online fitness membership run right here in Gloucestershire, with live classes, on-demand videos and a community that keeps people coming back. Here's what's on offer.

Strength training after 55 isn't about lifting heavy or joining a gym. It's about carrying the shopping in one trip, getting up off the floor without help and keeping up with the grandchildren. Here's what the science says and why it's never too late to start.

Find out exactly where your fitness is right now. The Jim's Gym Fitness MOT is free, takes ten minutes and is yours to keep. No equipment, no pass or fail. Just a useful starting point.

Getting fit after 55 isn't about slowing down. Here's what the science says and why so many people say it's the best decision they ever made.

Most of us assume getting older means inevitable decline. A new study from Yale University suggests the picture is far more encouraging than that.

Researchers have identified five key areas that make the biggest difference to how well we age. Here's what they are and why they matter.

Pain is one of the most common reasons people stop exercising. But keeping moving, done carefully and consistently, can make a real difference. Here's what the research says.

The UK fitness industry just hit a record 12 million members. So why have nearly 60% of over 65s never set foot in a gym? Here's what the data says and why Jim's Gym exists.

From Zoe to Freestyle Libre, there's no shortage of nutrition tracking apps promising to transform your health. But are they actually worth it? Our Registered Dietitian Ian Thomas gives his honest verdict.