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Exercise and Fitness
  • Overview of Exercise
    • Exercise Programs
    • More Information
  • Benefits of Exercise
    • Other reasons for exercise
  • Starting an Exercise Program
    • Screening for sports participation
    • Type of Exercise
      • Aerobic exercise
      • Strength training
      • Stretching and flexibility
      • Balance training
    • Workload and Variation
  • Exercising Safely
    • Warming up
    • Cooling down
    • Hydration
  • Choosing the Right Exercise
    • Walking
    • Swimming
    • Bicycling
    • Aerobic dancing
    • Step aerobics
    • Water aerobics
    • Cross-country skiing
    • Rowing
    • Strength training
    • Pilates
    • Tai chi
    • Yoga
    • Elliptical machines
    • Other activities
  • Exercise in Older Adults
    • Exercise program
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