BE FIT Whether you’ve never had a sports injury and you’re trying to keep it that way or you’ve had an injury and don’t want another, the following tips from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases can help: * Avoid bending knees past 90 degrees when doing half knee bends. * […]
BE FIT Fitness bands, also called wearable health trackers, have become a popular trend in the last few years. Millions of these devices have been sold, but can they help you get healthy? What they do Most fitness trackers have features that act like a pedometer, counting your steps and other physical activity. Their features
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BE FIT Shoulder injuries are common. Why? Because of improper exercise technique, say exercise experts at the American Council on Exercise (ACE), and because people commonly over-train one or two deltoid muscles while neglecting others. Strength-training routines are typically dominated by exercises that train only the front of the shoulder, which is actually comprised of
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BE FIT Strong abdominal muscles can do more than just make you look slimmer. Healthy ab muscles can help you improve posture and alleviate back pain. For those who thought ab exercises were only for achieving a “six pack,” it’s time to discover all the benefits of a strong midsection. Your abdominal muscles are part
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BE FIT Yoga typically combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation or relaxation. Researchers are studying how yoga may be used to help improve health and to learn more about its safe use. If you’re thinking about practicing yoga, here are 5 things you should know from the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine:
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BE FIT When it comes to exercise, any amount is better than none. The National Institutes of Health recommends at least 30 minutes a day most days of the week. But, this amount is hard for many people to fit into their day. What if you could get healthier with less exercise? Some research suggests
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BE FIT 1. Safest exercise on earth 2. Simple exercise for people who haven’t been exercising 3. Families can walk together 4. Social interaction is possible (walk and talk) 5. Sparks creativity (take along a notebook and pen or a camera) 6. Improves endurance 7. Ideal for weight loss 8. Strengthens bones 9. Tones legs
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