Exercise for Science

18/09/2025

🚶‍♀️💚 At 97 years old, Grace Chambers has just completed her 250th parkrun — only weeks after heart surgery.

At Exercise for Science, we believe exercise is one of the most powerful tools for health and longevity. Grace’s story proves that movement truly is medicine.

From her first 5k in Belfast at the age of 88, to becoming Europe’s oldest parkrunner to hit 250 runs, Grace reminds us that:
✅ Age is no barrier to meaningful activity
✅ Recovery is strengthened by movement
✅ Community and connection keep us going
✅ Setting new goals keeps the mind and body sharp

We’ve written about Grace’s incredible journey and what it teaches us about resilience, recovery, and the science of staying active.

👉 Read the full blog on our news page https://www.exerciseforscience.org/news

04/09/2025

✨ Doorway to strength after 40 ✨

Stiff joints, back niggles, and loss of flexibility don’t have to be part of midlife. Experts from orthopaedics, physiotherapy, sports science, endocrinology, and podiatry have come together to share the 6 essential moves everyone over 40 should do each week.

From counterbalance squats to bird dogs and heel raises, these exercises build strength, protect joints, and keep you moving with confidence. 💪

👉 Read the full blog to discover the expert-approved routine that supports bone health, balance, and energy for everyday life. https://www.exerciseforscience.org/news/must-do-exercises-over-40

Experts have recommended six key exercises to help us maintain strength, stability and mobility as we move into later life.