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5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Strengthen Your Core
Forget transforming your body. The far more important benefits of strengthening your core — the muscles that stabilize your back, improve...
Elizabeth Millard, C.P.T., R.Y.T.


How to Stock the Perfect Healthy Kitchen
When you’re trying to clean up your diet, having healthy foods within reach is essential. But being prepared doesn’t have to mean...
Kate Rockwood


Desk-bound workers need additional exercise to counter health impacts of sitting, new study says
(CNN) — Tired of sitting at that desk all day long? Turns out it’s not good for your health, either, according to a new study published...
Katia Hetter


Ways to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
Don’t Overdo Certain Medications NSAIDs are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen and naproxen. They can damage your...
Paul Frysh


Surprising Signs You're Not Moving Enough
You're Constipated When you move more, your colon moves more, and it's easier to poop on schedule. Healthy muscle tone in your abs and...
Rachel Reiff Ellis


Exercise and the Aging Person
Overview There are many benefits of following a regular exercise program. This is true even for people who have joint pain, back pain,...
John Hopkins Medicine


Fatigue/Low Energy: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Fatigue is the medical term used for an overall feeling of low energy and tiredness. It can be a symptom of a health condition, but it...
1MD.org


The Dos and Don’ts to Make Your Strength Training Days Deliver
When your strength routine is fun and effective, you’re more likely to stick with it. Starting a strength training routine is only half...
Lauren Bedosky


Lose the Weight, Keep (Even Gain!) the Muscle: Your 3-Step Plan
Here’s what you need to know to keep your weight in line and boost muscle mass as you age. True or false: The “middle-aged spread” is a...
Elizabeth Millard


How to Keep Your Bladder Healthy as You Age
Bladder issues are common among seniors. But they aren’t inevitable. Here’s what you need to know about your bladder to avoid leaks and...
Maria Masters


4 Common Exercise Myths, Debunked
Whether you heard them from friends, online, or at the gym, fitness myths can put a damper on your workout routine. Here’s what’s real,...
Elizabeth Millard
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