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Fitness Week in Review for November 2-9, 2008

Did you know that women make gyms germier than men; that exercising can reduce the risk of breast cancer; and that very bad things can happen if you suddenly quit working out? You would have if you read this week’s entries in the FITNESS blog. If you missed the information on these timely topics, don’t fret, a recap of this week’s blogs are listed below: November 2nd—–Celebrity Marathon Runners. It’s not everyday that you see some of Hollywood’s biggest names running nearly naked through the streets of the Big Apple. Find out, which celebs toughed it out along the 26.2-mile … Continue reading →

Is Your Favorite Sport Putting You at Risk for Injury?

Health experts (as well as government officials) are constantly trying to motivate people to get moving. They want couch potatoes to get up and walk, run, enroll in an aerobics class, join a bowling league, play tennis, etc. However, doctors are now saying that if the right precautions are not taken, the amateur sports that experts want people to participate in can have unexpected long-term health risks. A new study conducted by a leading occupational therapist found that when leisure activities are not done properly they can have negative effects on the musculoskeletal system. According to the study, in the … Continue reading →