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As we age, maintaining mobility and performing basic movements becomes difficult because our muscles become shorter and may lose their elasticity. Some seniors suffer joint pain on a daily basis. Stretching exercises increase flexibility of the joints and help older adults remain active and independent. Stretching benefits include development and maintenance of strength, improved flexibility, and increased …

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Most people in America drive to work, sit at their desk all day, drive back home, and then sit down to wind down after their long day. All this activity includes a lot of sitting which is bad for your health. Yes, experts are saying that “sitting is the new smoking”. A new study says …

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Being physically active is the key to staying healthy and losing belly fat. The tummy is the most difficult part of your body to get rid of fat when you are trying to get into shape. Besides your looks, belly fat is bad for your health. This visceral fat accumulates between organs like the stomach …

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Toned arms are a very desirable physical trait. However, the arms can be a troublesome area to firm and tone. The good news is that toned arms are achievable with exercise at any age. Here are five arm-focused workouts that you can add to your routine workout session to achieve firm, sculpted arms: Bench Dips: …

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Exercise is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle, with benefits ranging from mental wellbeing to a longer life. If you are a person who works out regularly, you may benefit from increased strength, improved cardiovascular endurance, fat reduction, as well as an overall decrease in health risks. But how much exercise do we really …

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Sedentary behaviour is related to poor health and can increase your risk of developing everything from heart disease to diabetes. Prolonged sitting is bad for health. A recent article in TIME reports that one study found that sitting can increase your risk for cancer by more than 60 percent. The reality is that working people …

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In adulthood, hormones changes and metabolism slows. Osteoarthritis is more common, the kidneys may not function well and the effects of pollution may impair lung capacity. Despite all these changes, experts say that age is not a barrier to start exercising. In fact, you could be better off with exercise. Regular exercise is proven to …

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Outdoor activities are a great way for seniors to get some physical exercise. It is important them to be active and exercise in a safe and healthy way. Older adults who do not chronic health conditions that prevent them from exercising benefit from going outdoors in many ways. It can boost their mood, lower the …

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A sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy dietary habits can lead to buildup of belly fat. These stubborn fat deposits are not that easy to get rid of and can be really frustrating for those looking to restore a youthful looking body. Fitness experts recommend these simple but effective diet and exercise ideas to reduce belly fat …

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A balanced diet and regular exercise is the key to good health. There are many scientific reports on the benefits of exercise. Here, we have put together the top reasons why you should exercise regularly. The most important is benefit that exercise keeps the body fit and reduces stress. Physical fitness and mental well-being go …

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