Comprehensive fitness involves a mix of strength training for hypertrophy, HIIT for metabolic health, and corrective exercises for postural alignment.
A cough -- especially when accompanied by other cold symptoms such as sneezing, muscle aches, a sore throat or a runny nose -- can often be used as an excuse not to work out. However, depending on the severity of your cough, exercising may help you to feel better and take your mind off your cough or feeling sick.
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Your calf consists of two muscles: the gastronemius and the soleus. These muscles allow for movement of your foot and ankle. Tight calf muscles are a common complaint. They occur as a result of living a sedentary lifestyle or because of strenuous exercise.
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Knee injuries are common among individuals of a variety of ages and activity levels. Knee injuries can be the result of a direct injury or overuse, according to the Sports Injury Clinic. Knee injuries can result in dislocation, fractures, sprains or damage to ligaments and cartilage.
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One common problem with the tendons surrounding the thumb is De Quervain's tendinitis, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. This tendinitis can create pain and swelling along the side of the thumb.
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Radial head fractures account for nearly 20 percent of elbow injuries, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Radial fractures frequently occur as the result of trying to break a fall using your hands.
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For those with contacts or glasses, exercise can sometimes prove to be a hassle. Intense physical activity can either cause eye irritation in contact lens wearers or can result in broken glasses.
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Physical education is an essential part of the education process. Even at an early age, students learn healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
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The hip flexor is the group of muscles located in the front portion of your hip that allows for forward motion when your run or walk. When kicking or sprinting, large amounts of stress are applied to the hip flexor. This stress can result in a hip flexor strain.
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Most people with flat feet experience no problems and require no treatment for their condition, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. These individuals can lead a normal life full of physical activity and sports. For others, flat feet can cause pain and can decrease the foot's flexibility.
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Neck extensions are performed for a variety of reasons, including physical therapy after a neck or upper body injury, to relieve arthritis or joint pain, and as a strength building exercise. By gently stretching and strengthening the muscles, you can gradually alleviate your neck pain.
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Numbness in the outer thigh is commonly known as meralgia paresthetica in the medical community. This disorder is characterized by numbness, tingling and a burning sensation on the outer portion of the thigh. This condition can be painful or sensitive to the touch.
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The leg is made up of a variety of bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments that are crucial in your ability to stand and move. Sports, accidents and falls can cause injury to your leg. Injuries can include sprains, strains, muscle tears, dislocations, fractures and damage to cartilage and ligaments.
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According to the National Institutes of Health, injuries to the coccyx, or tailbone, are most commonly the result of backward falls onto a hard surface. Fractures of the coccyx are rare. Coccyx injuries usually result in bruising of the bone or pulling of the ligaments.
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Ankle pain is any condition that causes discomfort in one or both of your ankles. Ankle pain can be the result of a sprain or fracture, but you also can experience ankle pain as the result of infection, arthritis or gout.
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If your doctor has ordered a stress test, you will be exercising on a treadmill -- right in the middle of the exam room. A stress test is designed to measure the activity of your heart as you exercise.
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There is no one cause of sore ligaments, joints and muscles. You may experience soreness as the result of working out, completing rigorous household chores or as the result of a medical condition such as arthritis. Often times, sore ligaments, joint and muscles are the result of overuse or lack of physical activity.
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Exercise is especially strenuous on your lower extremities, and your ankles are no exception. Your ankles support the weight of your body ever time you run, jump, dance or play sports. As a result, you may experience ankle pain from time to time.
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When an ankle joint becomes worn out as the result of injury, arthritis or another medical condition, an ankle fusion is a possible option to reduce pain and allow patients to return to their normal activity levels, including jogging. Ankle fusion is especially suitable for young, active patients.
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With 26 bones, 33 joints, 122 ligaments and a large network of blood vessels, nerves and tendons, your feet and ankles are complex structures that endure a lot of stress each time you run, walk or jog on a treadmill. As a result of this stress, you may experience pain or injury from time to time.
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Numbness in your arms and hands can be caused by a variety of medical ailments including diabetes, carpal tunnel syndrome, suffering a stroke, nerve injury or pressure on the spinal nerves from a herniated disc. This numbness is often referred to as parathesia.
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