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    Mayo Clinic Minute: How to hit your target heart rate

    Learn how to exercise at your target heart rate.

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    Getting in shape after having a baby

    A baby can be a great motivator to finally set healthy habits that stick — beginning with exercise. Mayo Clinic experts weigh in.

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    Boot camp workout: Is it right for you?

    Looking for a fitness challenge? If so, a boot camp workout might be for you.

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    Heart rate: What's normal?

    A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate above or below that may signal a problem.

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    Fitness training: Elements of a well-rounded routine

    Is your fitness training program complete? Here's help to make sure you have all the basics in your program.

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    Exercise and chronic disease: Get the facts

    Find out about the benefits of working out with a long-lasting disease and how to exercise safely.

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    How fit are you? See how you measure up

    Determine your fitness level with this simple fitness assessment.

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    Golfers: Tee up common sense

    There's more to golf than your golf swing. Use common sense to lower your risk of injury on the course: 1. Warm up. Before you golf, walk or jog for a few minutes. Then try a few gentle stretches. 2. Start slowly. Work up to your desired level of activity. 3. Think overall fitness. Include aerobic activity, stretching and strength training in your fitness routine. 4. Lift your clubs carefully. Keep your back straight and use the strength of your legs to lift your clubs and other heavy objects.

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    Golfers: Know when to call it quits

    Love to golf? You may look forward to every minute you can spend on the course. But it pays to be reasonable. Limit your sun exposure. While golfing, watch for symptoms of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Red flags might include a headache, dizziness, nausea, excess fatigue, rapid heartbeat or confusion. Drink plenty of water, and cut your game short if necessary.

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    Exercise: Every minute counts!

    Don't have time for a full 60-minute workout? Don't sweat it. Divide and conquer. Shorter bursts of exercise, such as short walks spread throughout the day, offer health benefits too. Whether you're trying to lose weight or improve your cardiovascular fitness, the key is to get moving. Take the stairs, walk during your lunch break, and do household chores at a pace fast enough to get your heart pumping. It all adds up!

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