Four out of five workers aren't saving enough to maintain their lifestyle after retirement, with women being at a disadvantage because of their longer life spans and lower pay, according to a study released this week.

Despite having a more powerful presence in shaping today's workforce, women continue to be less prepared for retirement than men, according to a new study by Hewitt Associates, a global human resources consulting and outsourcing company.

By Candice Choi NEW YORK -- Four out of five workers aren't saving enough to maintain their lifestyles after retirement, with women being at a disadvantage because of their longer life spans and lower pay, according to a study released last week.

By Candice Choi Associated Press NEW YORK -- Four out of five workers aren't saving enough to maintain their lifestyle after retirement, with women being at a disadvantage because of their longer life spans and lower pay, according to a study released Tuesday.

Rising medical costs, lengthening life spans and the declining prevalence of pension and retiree medical benefits continue to highlight the gap between the amount of savings U.S.