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The Best Workout for Bad Knees

Published Jun,28 2018  |  By Rachel Grice

Knees are tricky. Like a lot of things, you don't really realize how much they do for you—until they stop working properly. And anyone who's ever had knee pain or a knee injury knows just how debilitating they can be.

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30-Day Abs Challenge

Published Jun,27 2018  |  By Jess Barron

This challenge will get you a six-pack in time for summer. You can achieve this in just a few minutes each day with free online videos -- no equipment needed.

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The 12 Best Kettlebell Exercises You’re Not Doing

Published Jun,26 2018  |  By Collette Stohler

Bored of the same old kettlebell exercises? Or maybe you’ve yet to incorporate them into your fitness routine. The kettlebell is a heart-pumping, muscle-sculpting, full-body exercise tool that can be used for a wide variety of workouts. Kettlebells are often used in compound movements (i.e.

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12 Workout Mistakes That Sabotage Results

Published Jun,26 2018  |  By Linda Melone

Whether you’re a fitness newbie or a bonafide gym rat, you might have some bad workout habits. When you're not getting the fat loss or muscle gains you're seeking, it may be time to reevaluate your approach. Use the checklist on the next slides to identify ways you may be sabotaging your results.

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10 Yoga Poses for a Better Night's Sleep

Published Jun,26 2018  |  By Jody Braverman

After a long, stressful day at the office, it can be challenging to relax in the evening, and you may still feel too revved up at bedtime. While some people turn to a glass of wine or two to unwind, that can actually make it harder to get restful sleep.

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Examples of Psychological Tests

Published Jun,25 2018  |  By Barbara Aufiero

Psychology is the study of behavior. Behavior can be assessed through observation as well as psychological tests. Test results provide a sampling of a person's characteristics or traits. As such, they can be used to help predict future behavior.

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The Only 5 Exercises Women Need to Get Lean

Published Jun,22 2018  |  By Holly Perkins

Strength training is a must when it comes to your fitness routine, especially for women. Research continues to pile up showing that strength training is a powerful tool in the management of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, osteoporosis and age-related weight gain.

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How to Get Lean, Sexy Legs With 12 Moves

Published Jun,22 2018  |  By Collette Stohler

This workout is your legs’ best friend, acting as your virtual four-inch heels and making your legs look longer and leaner. So what are you waiting for? Build shapely legs with the lean, sexy legs workout.

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The Forgotten Keys to Fat Loss

Published Jun,21 2018  |  By Tony Gentilcore

Anyone who’s spent a sleepless night channel surfing or perused the magazine rack in the grocery store can’t help but notice the number of infomercials and articles claiming to be the “next best thing” for winning the “battle of the bulge.

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The Best Ab Workout in the Gym

Published Jun,21 2018  |  By Henry Halse

This is the best ab workout you can do in a gym because it combines the best ab exercises for each ab muscle into one workout.

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The Perfect Quick Workout for When You're Short on Space

Published Jun,21 2018  |  By Holly Roser

Ever been to the gym on a day that it’s just too crowded? (Thanks, New Year’s resolutions and bikini season.) Or maybe the only place you have to work out is your tiny living room, dorm or hotel room. Don’t abandon your workout just because you’re short on space.

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Starting Kettlebells at 60

Published Jun,21 2018  |  By Kathryn Walsh

For most people, starting a kettlebell routine at 60 will be more challenging than it would be at 20, but the benefits of working with these weights will often outweigh the difficulties.

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What Happens If You Get a Red Card in Soccer?

Published Jun,20 2018  |  By Dani Arbuckle

The red card signals that a player has committed one of the most serious offenses in the game or that he has received two cautionary yellow cards during the game already. If you receive a red card there will be serious consequences for you and your team.

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The 4-Week Plank Challenge

Published Jun,20 2018  |  By Hoku Krueger

Join LIVESTRONG's 4-week Plank Challenge to get flat abs in time for summer. We'll show you how you can work toward a stronger, healthier and sexier you without any equipment!

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