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Exercise programs designed to improve strength and stamina are safe and effective treatments for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a new Cochrane Systematic Review.
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How well do “exercise cheats” measure up to their claims that they’ll do the work for you? We sent four products to four experts for their evaluation.
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When it comes to exercise, most of us are looking for a shortcut, a way to lose weight and firm up without spending endless hours in the gym.
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No matter what your age, it’s never too late to start exercising. In fact, if you’re a senior citizen, physical activity is an excellent way to improve your overall health.
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Oswego Industries, Inc. is currently piloting a program that incorporates physical exercise into the daily routines of its Production supervisors and employees. Called “The Seventh Inning Stretch,” the program was developed by Oswego Industries’ Physical Therapist, Laurie Mills, and will be conducted twice daily on the work lines at the organization’s Fulton locations.
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Hoopeston has a new recreation center downtown. Main Street Fitness opened its doors last July and offers a variety of exercise options for young and old, male or female.
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Richard Davidson, one of the world’s top brain scientists, believes mental exercise, specifically meditation, can literally change our minds. ‘Our data shows mental practice can induce long-lasting changes in the brain,’ said Davidson, professor of psychology and psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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A unique experiment lets schools sign up in 15-minute intervals for an “exercise relay.”
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Physical activity is known to be important in preserving physical and mental health. But the benefits of physical activity among older adults are not well defined – maybe because some older adults are affected by disability which prevents them from exercise.
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Ready for another reason to exercise? Men who exercise at even moderate levels may have a lower risk of prostate cancer than sedentary men, a new study suggests.
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others also read… You read about it in the paper, it is on the radio and in the news — everyone needs to exercise. We all understand, but as the old adage goes “it is easier said than done.”
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