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Swimming Quiz

Water workouts are easier on joints because of water's buoyancy. By how much does water reduce the body's weight?

Sprains and Strains Quiz

Sprain? Strain? The terms for these injuries sound so similar, what's the difference? Find out by taking this quiz.

Stretch and Flex
Stretching after your workout will help keep you flexible, an important part of being fit.

Build Endurance and Strength
A balanced fitness program includes aerobic exercise for endurance and exercises to increase muscle strength.

Walk
Walking is a great way to get exercise because it's safe, easy to do and inexpensive.

Run and Jog
When increasing how far you run or jog, do so gradually, over several weeks.

Try Something New
Exercise comes in many forms, from swimming to skiing. Variety can help keep you motivated.

Did You Know?

Talk to your health care provider before beginning a fitness program, especially if you are older than 35 and have been sedentary. According to the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, these are other reasons to see your provider first:

You have high blood pressure or heart disease.
You have a family history of early stroke or heart attack.
You feel dizzy frequently.
You have arthritis or ligament or tendon problems.
You become extremely breathless after mild physical activity.

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