Fitness basics
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Do toning shoes really work?
Despite the hype, toning shoes aren't a substitute for good old exercise.
Natural movement: Going back to basics
Adding play and exploration into your fitness plan can help you move more efficiently and stay engaged.
Does fitness trump thinness?
Increase your odds of a long, healthy life by improving your cardiovascular fitness.
Stay fit at any age
Slow down the aging process with these regular fitness activities.
Reduce your risk of falling with daily floor time
Falls are a serious risk for older adults, especially those who don't have the strength or mobility to get back up. Mayo Clinic physical therapist Jane Hein believes that practice is the best form of prevention.
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE): What is it?
Find out more about a virus spread to people by mosquitoes, its symptoms and ways to prevent being infected with it.
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia affects your lungs' small airways and air-exchange sacs.
What it takes to be agile at any age
It's never too late to start thinking about flexibility and mobility. Use these tips to stay agile well past middle age.
4 ways to keep bouncing back strong as you age
Life will keep throwing challenges at you, but you can bounce back at any age. Here are four strategies for building your resilience.
Barrel chest: What causes it?
Barrel chest isn't a disease, but it may indicate an underlying condition, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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