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Cardiovascular Fitness – A Powerful Predictor of Health and Longevity
If you’re looking to lower your risk of heart disease as you age, there is great news ahead! Research indicates you can lower your risk by improving your cardiovascular fitness, even as you age. Cardiovascular fitness is a powerful predictor of health and longevity, so …
5 Yoga Poses to Ease Lower Back Pain
Back pain is anything but rare. While it’s not always something worth worrying about, why be in pain if there are simple things you can do to help relieve it? Yoga is a form of exercise that teaches breath control, posture, flexibility and meditation. The …
Hiking Safety 101
Who doesn’t like to take a leisurely stroll outdoors? Want to take it up a notch? Try hiking. Hiking is an activity for all ages and fitness levels, whether you’re taking a walk through a local park or climbing summits across New England. You can …
Working Out: Are Energy Gels Better than Sports Drinks?
Water and sports drinks have been the go-to drinks for workouts. But, are there other options now? With innovations of glycogen products, athletes do have more options. …