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Treadmills Need Not Apply: How to Stay Fit Outside the Gym

By Julie T. Chen, MD [dropcap]F[/dropcap]or those of us who are always on the run, finding time to exercise can be a challenge. While work, school and day-to-day stresses are a part of life, it can be tough to climb out of bed early and hit the gym; or prioritize an evening yoga class after […]

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Exercise and Children: Dealing with Medical Conditions

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he most common medical conditions that impact exercise are congenital heart defects, overweight, type 1 diabetes, cerebral palsy and other neuromuscular conditions, and pulmonary conditions, such as asthma and cystic fibrosis. This article contains just introductory information. Parents should always consult their child’s pediatrician or another qualified health-care professional if their child has a particular […]

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Exercise: Some of the Less-Known Benefits

Everyone knows that exercise helps you to lose weight, reduces the risk of many diseases, including heart disease and diabetes, and builds bone strength. If that is not enough to get you moving, here are some other benefits that are not as frequently mentioned. Improved mood Exercise produces endorphins, which increase happiness. People with depression […]

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Exercise and Heart Rate

Exercise and Heart Rate When you begin an exercise program, it is important to understand your heart rate goals. Heart rate monitoring helps you keep track of how fast your heart is beating in a beats-per-minute (bpm) form. Knowing how fast your heart is beating during exercise can help you to pace yourself, so that […]

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Daily 30 Minutes Exercise to a Better Health

always-health.com According to doctors and health practitioners, one should try to do at least 30 minutes of exercise daily in order to achieve good health. Exercise not only keeps us fit but also reduces the risk of many fatal diseases such as blood pressure and heart stroke. Exercise can be any form of physical activity […]

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