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HealthHub Number 2 Minutes Infographic: it only takes two minutes and a chair to do something positive for your health.

What Healthy Habit Requires 2 Minutes, 1 Chair?

Tags: exercise, health hub number, infographic, stretching

It only takes two minutes and a chair to do something positive for your health. Experts say two minutes of chair yoga -- including stretching and breathing several times a day -- can increase your fitness and focus.

Healthy tips for men (and those who love them)

Hard Muscles, Healthy Eats (Slideshow)

Tags: health hub tips, men's health awareness week 2013

Why is salt especially bad for men? What double-whammy is like a double-espresso for your sperm? What surprisingly simple snacks can actually give you better shut-eye?

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7 Tips to Kick Bad Habits for Good

Tags: bad habits, behavior, challenge, diet, exercise, healthy living, stop smoking

With some planning, effort and focus, we can change our habits. It’s worth it with all the potential benefits, including longevity and enhanced self-esteem. Find seven tips to changing your bad habits into good ones.

elderly man in bed with broken arm

More Elderly Falls, More Brain Injuries

Tags: brain injury, elderly, falling, geriatric health

A growing number of elderly people are falling and suffering traumatic brain injuries as a result. How do you keep yourself or a family member safer from a dangerous fall?

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5 Weight-Loss Hacks (Slideshow)

Tags: diet, exercise, fitness, healthy diet, medications, weight loss

Whether you're trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight and tip-top fitness, little lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Try these five tweaks as a part of your plan.

Man and woman with weights

How to Save Muscle As You Age

Tags: aging, diet, exercise, geriatric health, healthy diet, muscle

At age 30, you start losing muscle mass at a rate of 1 percent per year. Learn how to shift your food and fitness habits to compensate.

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Golf: 2 Simple Exercises for Strength and Flexibility

Tags: exercise, flexibility, golf

Improving your core strength and flexibility is important in golf, as it can help prevent or minimize trauma to the low back, as well as improve your performance.

Workplace yoga

5 Simple Tips for Workplace Wellness (Slideshow)

Tags: exercise, healthy diet, stop smoking, workplace health, yoga

If you're going to spend eight hours a day — and probably more — at the office, make them count. Healthy habits may start at home, but you can take them to work with you.

elderly couple riding bikes

Exercise: Do’s and Don’ts Beyond Age 50

Tags: beyond age 50, elderly, exercise, geriatric health

As we get older, exercising can be even more important for good health. Whether you’re already active or just trying to pry yourself from the couch, our expert offers do’s and don’ts to help you get the most out of your exercise routine.

ACL tear illustration

ACL Tear May Not Require Surgery (Video)

Tags: ACL tear, chronic knee pain, knee injury, knee pain, knee rehab, knee replacement, physical therapy

If you tear your anterior cruciate ligament, you may be able to avoid surgery. The majority of isolated ACL tears can be treated with physical therapy alone, says a new study.