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Exercise & Fitness

Our physical therapists and exercise physiologists are here for you, wherever you are in your fitness journey. Learn the health benefits of different exercises, how to do them correctly, the role of diet and supplements and how to bounce back from injuries.

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November 4, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

Stretching: 9 Exercises and 8 Benefits

Shoulder rolls, hamstring stretches and calf exercises can all improve flexibility and endurance

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November 3, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

This Is Your Brain on Exercise: Why Movement Matters So Much

Physical activity can help preserve and improve your cognitive function and fend off dementia, stroke and other health concerns

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October 28, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

A Step-By-Step Guide to Sun Salutations

Focus on inhaling and exhaling through 12 steps of a complete sequence

People exercising in gym on elliptical and rowing machine
October 13, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

Easy Does It: Why You Should Target Zone 2 Cardio Workouts

Lower-intensity workouts can deliver high-quality health and fitness results

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October 7, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

Your Simple Guide to Progressive Overload Training

Incremental changes in your exercise routine can improve your strength and endurance over time

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October 6, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

What To Know About Exercise and Heart Rate Zones

Understanding heart rate zones can help you tailor your workout to reach your goals

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September 29, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

A How-To Guide on Muscle Hypertrophy

Increase the size of your muscles by bulking up on protein and focusing on slow, intense movements with progressive overloading

Person outside on patio stretching their hamstring
September 26, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

How To Make the Most Out of Active Recovery

Low-impact exercises help you recover faster between sets, during cool downs and on rest days

Hand rubbing their heel, sitting on edge of bed
September 25, 2025/Wellness

Plantar Fasciitis Stretches and Exercises

Try seated and standing exercises to help lengthen and strengthen the muscles that support your plantar fascia

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September 24, 2025/Exercise & Fitness

Understanding the Difference Between Eccentric and Concentric Exercises

Eccentric is slow and steady, while concentric is fast and controlled

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