---
url: 'https://www.healthinaging.org/a-z-topic/physical-activity'
title: 'Physical Activity'
author:
  name: 'lauren kopchik'
  url: 'https://www.healthinaging.org/user/97'
date: '2018-11-28T20:43:19+00:00'
updated: '2026-10-02T20:32:54+00:00'
type: topic
summary: 'No matter what your age, it’s never too late to start exercising—or to get back into being active. Exercise is one of the best things you can do to maintain or improve your health. Activity helps you to stay strong physically, helps prevent falls, and helps you maintain your independence for as long as possible.'
tags:
  - Health
published: true
---
 It’s never too late to start being physically active—or to get back into it. Being active is one of the best things you can do for your health.

[Basic Facts](/a-z-topic/physical-activity/basic-facts)

[Lifestyle & Management](/a-z-topic/physical-activity/lifestyle)