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Vitamin D

Two Ways Vitamin D Affects Fitness

Vitamin D is a vitamin you need for bone health and a healthy immune system. However, there is some evidence that a low vitamin D level could affect certain aspects of fitness too. Can a low vitamin D level reduce endurance or muscle strength? Find out what science shows.

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physical fitness

The Surprising Survival Benefits of Being Fit

We think of cardiovascular risk markers, like blood pressure, lipids, and blood sugar, as the main markers of how healthy we are and how likely we are to survive in the upcoming decades. Now, a new study shows that another marker is just as important, if not more, so. That marker is physical fitness!

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fitness trackers

Are There Downsides to Wearing a Fitness Tracker?

Are you considering purchasing a fitness tracker? You’re in good company! Sales of fitness trackers continue to grow. But, are there downsides to strapping a fitness gadget on your arm and using it to monitor everything from your sleep to how many calories you burn? Find out the potential drawbacks to investing in a fitness tracker.

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Top 2016 Fitness Trends

Top 2016 Fitness Trends

What’s new in the fitness world for 2016? Every year the American College of Sports Medicine surveys participants to find the latest fitness trends. What’s likely to be popular in 2016?

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5 Reasons Most People Don’t Achieve Their Fitness Goals

5 Reasons Most People Don’t Achieve Their Fitness Goals

Surprisingly few people stick with exercise long enough to achieve their fitness goals. It’s far easier to want to get in better shape than it is to actually accomplish it. Why is this so? Here are five mistakes people make when setting fitness goals that ultimately causes them to fail.

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