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    Fitness and Exercise

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    Physical activity is not just for jocks. It's for everyone. Being active can help you stay healthy, control your weight, and get the most out of life. No matter what your age or condition, there is a type of exercise that's right for you.

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    Health Topics
    Achilles Tendon Problems
    Ankle Sprain
    Bob's Story: Biking for Health
    Bursitis
    Exercise and Fibromyalgia
    Exercise During Pregnancy
    Exercise for Rheumatoid Arthritis
    Exercise Tips if You Have a Pacemaker or ICD
    Exercises After Mastectomy
    Fitness: Getting and Staying Active
    Healthy Activity Habits for Children
    Healthy Eating
    Healthy Habits for Kids
    Heat-Related Illnesses
    Helping Children With Disabilities Stay Active
    Interactive Tool: Are You at Risk for a Heart Attack?
    Interactive Tool: How Many Calories Did You Burn?
    Interactive Tool: What Is Your Target Heart Rate?
    John's Story: Finding a Way to Exercise
    Knee Problems and Injuries
    Kris's Story: Getting Active With No Excuses
    Low Back Pain
    Mental Health Problems and Mind-Body Wellness
    Occupational Therapy
    Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
    Physical Activity for Children and Teens
    Physical Therapy
    Quick Tips: Exercising Safely With Arthritis
    Quick Tips: Fitting Physical Activity Into Your Day
    Quick Tips: Getting Active as a Family
    Quick Tips: Getting Active at Home
    Quick Tips: Getting in Shape Without Spending Money
    Quick Tips: Having Enough Energy to Stay Active
    Quick Tips: Setting Goals
    Quick Tips: Staying Active in Cold Weather
    Quick Tips: Staying Active in Hot Weather
    Quick Tips: Staying Active When You Travel
    Returning to Play After a Head Injury During a Sporting Event
    Rotator Cuff Disorders
    Shellie's Story: Finding Time for Physical Activity
    Tai Chi and Qi Gong
    Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy)
    Using a Pedometer or Step Counter
    Walking as Aerobic Exercise
    Weight Management
    What You Need to Know Before Exercising With an Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
    Yoga
    Medical Tests
    Pulse Measurement

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    By: Healthwise Staff Last Revised: April 19, 2010
    Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine


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