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Exercise and Fitness

Scheduling time for the recommended levels of physical activity is essential to overall health. Physical activity can help control weight, reduce risk for many diseases (heart disease and some cancers), strengthen your bones and muscles, improve your mental health, and increase your chances of living longer.

Adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week. Aerobic activity such as brisk walking or general gard (More)


Understanding Exercise and Fitness

  • Barriers to Lifestyle Change Worksheet: Adobe PDF format
  • Common-Sense Precautions for New Exercisers
  • Exercise is a Health Issue
  • Exercising Outdoors: Don't Let Cold Air Stop You!
  • Physical Activity - It's About Health!
  • Stress-Reducing Exercise
  • Tips for Treatment of Athletic Injuries
  • Tips to Protect Your Joints When Running
  • Treadmill vs. Outdoor Running: What’s the Difference?
  • Working Toward a Healthier Weight
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  • Commonly Asked Questions

  • Am I Out of Shape or Do I Have a Lung Problem?
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  • How Do You Reduce Butt Fat?
  • Should I Use a Treadmill if I Had Knee Surgery in the Past?
  • Why Is the Gym so Cold?

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