Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

By ALBERT STUMM, Associated Press

As they age, it’s not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning.

But if you “oof” every time you get in a car or “aargh” while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.

Dr. Miho Tanaka, a sports medicine surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, said good mobility is increasingly recognized as an important part of overall health.