Exercise
Exercise is physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body.Exercise is used to improve health, maintain fitness and is important as a means of physical rehabilitation. Exercise is useful in preventing or treating coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, weakness, diabetes, obesity, and depression. Range of motion is one aspect of exercise important for increasing or maintaining joint function. Strengthening exercises provide appropriate resistance to the muscles to increase endurance and strength.
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APR 14, 2019
Cardiology
APR 14, 2019
It’s easy to feel like you’ve missed the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of exercise. For older adults, the lean, strong body associated with...
Written By:
Abbie Arce
APR 10, 2019
Cardiology
APR 10, 2019
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Written By:
Abbie Arce
MAR 21, 2019
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Written By:
Amy Loriaux
MAR 19, 2019
Cell & Molecular Biology
MAR 19, 2019
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Written By:
Carmen Leitch
MAR 04, 2019
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MAR 02, 2019
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MAR 02, 2019
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MAR 01, 2019
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FEB 22, 2019
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FEB 21, 2019
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FEB 21, 2019
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Written By:
Abbie Arce
FEB 21, 2019
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FEB 21, 2019
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FEB 20, 2019
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FEB 10, 2019
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Written By:
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FEB 08, 2019
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Written By:
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FEB 06, 2019
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