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Avoiding Back Injuries While Exercising
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Avoiding Back Injuries While Exercising

Dr. Peter Derman, spine surgeon on the medical staff, shares some expert insight on risk factors for back and spine injuries, how to prevent and treat them, and whether weightlifting is safe for kids.…

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Walking While Working — No Sweat
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Walking While Working — No Sweat

Finding time to stay in shape can be difficult. Throw in a demanding job, and the task oftentimes seems impossible. But after reading about a new fitness trend, Rebecca Armstrong found a way to meet deadlines without sacrificing her health.…

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Paying Special Attention to Common Soccer Injuries
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Paying Special Attention to Common Soccer Injuries

Soccer poses some unique challenges for athletes, but thankfully injuries tend to be fewer compared to sports played on hard surfaces. We spoke to a sports medicine specialist to understand the most common injuries and corresponding treatment.…

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How Exercise Helps Local Star Maintain Focus
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How Exercise Helps Local Star Maintain Focus

With such a high profile, fast-paced and demanding career, Victoria Snee has needed something extra to help her maintain energy and focus at work. For nearly two decades, that "something" has been healthy living through diet, exercise, and good sleep.…

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