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"Those who do not find time for exercise will have to find time for illness." - Earl of Derby
If you want to be healthy, inside and out, you simply must incorporate exercise into your life. Research has shown that regular physical activity is a major contributor to effective weight loss, improved physical health and emotional well-being. Ready to finally make a commitment to get in shape?
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Did you know?
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You can hurt yourself during exercise if you apply excessive force to your muscles.
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A pound of body fat stores 3500 calories.
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Don't be fooled into thinking that the only way you can get exercise is to go to the gym. Many activities such as house work, dancing, and yard work provide terrific exercise.
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A weight training and strengthening program will help ward off the decrease in strength and bone density that many seniors experience.
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Your muscles do not grow during exercise. Exercise is only the stimulus. The body strengthens the muscles while you are resting.
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Muscle is metabolically active (unlike fat) and therefore requires energy. Weight training increases muscle mass and your ability to burn fat at rest, leading to an increase in overall metabolism.
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Exercise is known to help in building healthy bones, muscles and joints, as well as reducing the risk of colon cancer.
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Aug 26 2008 12:09 PM
Hooray I've redeemed myself!!
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Jul 24 2008 07:35 AM
I haven't reported or worked out in months. Password on the first, motivation on the 2nd. I hope to get in the gym very....
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