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Is Tennis Good for Losing Weight?

Because weight loss is all about creating a calorie deficit — eating fewer calories than you burn day in and day out — tennis can be an effective way to lose weight. Playing singles especially is a high calorie-burning activity, although a good, competitive match of doubles will also help keep you trim.

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Christmas Gift Exchange Games for Kids

While the classic style of giving specific gifts to friends and family isn't going out of style, gift exchanges, where gifts are randomly given and received among a group of people, continue to be a popular, money-saving option.

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What Is a Realistic BMI for Someone Athletic?

When the long hours you spend in training pay off with low body fat and toned sculpted muscles, you feel pretty good about yourself. That is, until you [assess your body mass index](https://www.livestrong.com/tools/body-mass-calculator/), or BMI.

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15 Proven Strategies to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

It’s the season for revelry and cheer! But with beckoning desserts and snacks around every corner, it’s easy for healthy eating habits to get lost in the shuffle. Pair that with cooling temps and hectic holiday schedules, and exercise plans often take a hit, too.

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Vitamins for Opioid Withdrawal

Opioid withdrawal symptoms are typically managed with medications. Vitamins are sometimes added to ease withdrawal, but their effectiveness remains uncertain.

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List of Water Aerobic Exercises

Exercising in the swimming pool is a great way to get an aerobic workout while minimizing the pressure placed on your body's joints.

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Home Workout to Lose 10 Pounds

If you’re looking to improve your health and lose a few pounds without battling the crowds at the gym, then you might want to try an at-home exercise program.

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Cardio Exercises Without Running

Low-impact exercises such as swimming, cycling and other activities can provide the same aerobic benefit as running without the wear and tear of running.

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How to Build Leg Stamina

Lower-body stamina is a key skill needed for a variety of different sports. Luckily, you can easily build endurance through both cardio and strength training.

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Cardio Exercise When Sick

Some light exercise is OK when you have a cold. If you have flu symtpms or bronchitis, it's best to take some time off.

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