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Fitness awareness

Fitness basics — from starting a fitness program to exercise benefits.

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Exercise how to's for walking, stretching and strength training.

Stay fit

Details on seasonal sports and strategies to overcome fitness barriers.

Sports nutrition and injury prevention

Exercise advice on sports nutrition and common sports injuries.
Slide show: Core exercises Core exercises strengthen your core muscles, including abs, back and pelvis. See how.

ask a Mayo Clinic specialist Have you ever heard of exercising with weighted hula hoops? see response
Mayo Clinic physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist Edward Laskowski, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers. see more Q&A ...

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May 9, 2008