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

As they age, it’s not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. 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. Mobility and flexibility are often confused, said Jessica Valant, a physical therapist and Pilates instructor near Denver.