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Can exercise reduce your stroke risk?

Can Exercise Reduce Your Risk for Stroke?

Can exercise reduce your risk for stroke? Lots of studies have looked at the link between exercise and heart disease. Now a new study explores the link between stroke risk and physical activity. Find out what this study shows, how much exercise is optimal and other ways to lower your risk for stroke through lifestyle changes.

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August 4, 2013
What Does Your Resting Heart Rate Say About Your Level of Health and Fitness?

What Does Your Resting Heart Rate Say About Your Level of Health and Fitness?

Your heart beats a certain number of beats per minute, corresponding to your resting heart rate. This value and another measure of physical fitness, your recovery heart rate, are indicators of how fit you are from a cardiovascular standpoint. They also may be a marker for future heart problems. Find out why it’s important to know your resting heart rate and how rapidly your heart recovers after a workout.

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December 24, 2012