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Articles about exercise and fitness
Safety Should Be Priority for Those Involved in Kids' Sports
March 21, 2010
Teamwork between players, parents and coaches can help prevent injuries
Health - Diet & Fitness
To Cut Diabetes Heart Risks, Diet and Exercise May Beat Drugs
March 15, 2010
A 5-step action plan for lowering heart risks associated with diabetes.
Health - Managing Your Healthcare
Intense Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Therapies Don't Help Type 2 Diabetics
March 14, 2010
Study findings underscore the importance of exercise and proper nutrition, expert says
Health - Diet & Fitness
Scans May Be Misleading for Hockey Players
March 14, 2010
MRIs shouldn't take the place of a good clinical exam, study finds
Health - Managing Your Healthcare
Marathoners Face Greater Risk of Artery Stiffness
March 13, 2010
And this could lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, even death, study suggests
Health - Family Health
Air Pollution Slows Women's Marathon Times
March 13, 2010
Men aren't significantly hindered, researchers say
Health - Family Health
Football Injuries More Likely on Certain Artificial Turf
March 12, 2010
More players had ligament damage, ankle sprains than on natural grass, study shows
Health - Diet & Fitness
Pre-Season Test Spots Baseball Pitchers at Risk of Injury
March 11, 2010
Weakness in rotator cuff a warning sign, but exercise regimens can help, experts say
Health - Diet & Fitness
Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common
March 10, 2010
Stretching, rest can ease elbow, shoulder pain that plagues many young players, studies show
Health - Family Health
Shoulder Dislocations a Sports Hazard
March 4, 2010
Young men most at risk, but elderly women are too, study finds
Health - Family Health
You Can't Exercise Away TV's Toll on the Heart
March 3, 2010
Heavy screen time in youth means trouble by mid-40s, despite activity levels, study finds
Health - Family Health
Fitness May Boost Kids' Grades
March 2, 2010
Study finds link between physical health and academic test scores
Health - Family Health
Workplace Wellness Programs Work
March 2, 2010
Employees who used them lost weight, lowered heart disease risk, study finds
Health - Family Health
Routine Heart Tests for Athletes Would Save Lives
March 1, 2010
The ECGs are also cost-effective, new study shows
Health - Family Health
‘Guiding Stars’ Food Label Program Seems to Boost Healthful Food Sales
February 26, 2010
A study finds consumers are buying better foods, but there’s a long way to go.
Health - On Fitness
Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women
February 25, 2010
Rates of the condition are higher in U.S. than Canada, study finds
Health - Family Health
Fitness Boosts Brain Power in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
February 24, 2010
MRI scans show less structural damage in those who exercise
Health - Family Health
Exercise Can Quiet Anxiety That Comes With Illness
February 23, 2010
Symptoms fall 20 percent among people with chronic health woes, study finds
Health - Diet & Fitness
Report Calls High Blood Pressure a 'Neglected Disease'
February 22, 2010
It recommends a broad response, including consuming less salt and getting more exercise
Health - Family Health
As Temperature Plummets, It's Still Safe to Exercise
February 20, 2010
Just dress appropriately and avoid extreme conditions, expert says
Health - Managing Your Healthcare
Realistic Physical Goals Can Make You a Winner
February 20, 2010
Activity plan based on enjoyment and fitness level works best, expert says
Health - Family Health
‘Stuffed’ Suggests How the Food Industry Can Battle Obesity
February 19, 2010
Former food exec Hank Cardello says it’s possible for companies to make money and promote health.
Health - On Fitness
Teens Might Exercise More If They Think It's Fun
February 19, 2010
Promoting joy of physical activity beats teaching health benefits, study finds
Health - Family Health
Long-Distance Runners May Have Endurance in Their Genes
February 18, 2010
'Some of us are truly born to run,' researcher says
Health - Diet & Fitness
