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Fitness program: 5 steps to get started
Starting a fitness program is easier than you might think. Follow these five steps.
Fitness ideas for the entire family
Combine exercise and family time by incorporating physical activity at every stage of your kids' lives.
Fitness barriers: Bust 'em
Sticking to a regular exercise schedule isn't easy. But you can do it. No time? Break exercise into short chunks, or count daily activities, such as walking the stairs, as part of your fitness program. Worried about getting injured? Take it slowly. Start by walking. Too expensive? Work out at home rather than at a health club. Discouraged? Recall your past successes. Bored? Work out with friends or family.
Fibromyalgia: Self-care tips
Fibromyalgia symptoms fluctuate over time, even from day to day. Try these self-care tips to help you cope with difficult days.
Fibromyalgia: Does exercise help or hurt?
Although exercise may cause pain to flare up at first, regular exercise actually improves pain and quality of life in people with fibromyalgia.
Fear of public speaking: How can I overcome it?
Learn tips to become a more-confident public speaker
Exercising regularly? Track your progress!
If you're working out regularly, good for you. Keep it up! It may help to keep an exercise diary. Record what you did during each exercise session, how long you exercised and how you felt afterward. Keeping track of your efforts can be a good reminder that you're making steady progress toward your fitness goals.
Exercise: A drug-free approach to lowering high blood pressure
Exercise is a drug-free way to lower blood pressure. Here are tips on getting started.
Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
Improve your heart health, mood, stamina and more with regular physical activity.
Exercise helps ease arthritis pain and stiffness
Exercise helps reduce pain in people with arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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