Strength training
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3 key changes in the new Nutrition Facts label
The Nutrition Facts label gets an update for the first time in 25 years. Maybe it's time to update your food choices too?
5 common mistakes when you squat
Are squats part of your strength routine? Make sure you're doing them right. Learn the most common squat mistakes and how to get back on track.
Baby naps: Daytime sleep tips
Know when and how long babies need to nap, how to put them down for naps and how to handle fussiness.
Baby sign language: A good idea?
Understand the benefits of baby sign language.
Baby walkers: Are they safe?
Baby walkers — A Mayo Clinic specialist explains the dangers of using a baby walker.
Body-weight training: Is it effective for strength training?
Body-weight training — Try out this alternative form of strength training.
COVID-19 vaccines for kids: What you need to know
Learn about the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines for kids, the possible side effects, and the benefits of vaccination.
Core exercises: Why you should strengthen your core muscles
Core exercises strengthen your abs and other core muscles for better balance and stability.
Exercises to improve your core strength
Use these core-strength exercises to tone your core muscles, including abdominal muscles, back and pelvis.
Free weights or machines: Which are better?
Free weights are versatile and inexpensive. They also simulate real-life lifting situations and promote whole-body stabilization. Likewise, machine weights can be effective weight training tools, as long as you use machines that adjust to your body dimensions and allow full range of motion of your joints. What is the bottom line? Choose a weight training system that you enjoy and that fits into your lifestyle. And whatever type of resistance you choose, remember that proper technique is more important than the specific type of equipment.
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