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Listen to Your Body When Pain and Stiffness Strike After Exercise
You can expect exercise-induced muscle soreness when you perform an unfamiliar physical activity for an extended time without a gradual ramp-up
Why Swimming is Great Exercise for All Fitness Levels
While swimming is a potentially lifesaving skill and a great physical fitness activity, it also can be a tremendous source of fun, a rehabilitation tool, a confidence builder for kids, a lifetime hobby or an ultra competitive sport.
Not Sure You’re Cut Out for Running? 5 Myths Busted
The health benefits of running include improving heart health and reducing risk of high blood pressure. Yet misconceptions about running persist. We debunk 5 common myths.
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Have COPD? Exercise Helps Keep You Out of the Hospital
Regular exercise is your friend if you suffer with COPD. Find out how exercise can ease your symptoms and help you spend less time in the ER.
Stop Sprains: 3 Easy Exercises for Your Weak Ankles
Weak ankles are more susceptible to sprains. Do these three exercises daily to strengthen your ankles and cut down on injuries and sprains at any age.
How to Beat Fatigue in Your Breast Cancer Fight
During breast cancer treatment, it’s common to wrestle with fatigue. You know you should exercise, but how do you start when you are tired all the time? Get some fatigue-busting advice from a physical therapist who works with breast cancer patients each day.
Treadmill or Elliptical? How to Decide What’s Your Best Workout
While treadmills and ellipticals offer many of the same exercise benefits, your goals and physical condition should guide you. Here are several considerations that will help you decide which machine is best for you.
Living With a Chronic Disease? 4 Best Tips for Exercising
If you’re living with a chronic health condition, even a small amount of physical activity — 60 minutes per week — can boost your health. Here are four tips to get you started.
4 Big Fat Food Lies: Why You Shouldn’t Believe Them
Most of the health and weight loss advice out there is misguided, outdated and scientifically inaccurate. Don’t let it create road blocks on your journey to health and wellness.