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How Much Cardio Should I do?

End any confusion about how much cardiovascular exercise is enough and how much may be too much for your strength, health and fitness . . .

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When Muscle Beach Discovered Steroids

If you have weight trained at all, you might want to pick-up a copy of the February Men's Journal magazine. Note the cover story: "The Lords of Muscle Beach. The Sex-Crazed Drug-Fueled Early Days of Bodybuilding." There's some fascinating history, warts and all. Yes, there were plenty of warts!

The Legendary Steve Reeves

Here is a rare film clip of Steve Reeves exercising and in a competition. Great stuff!

More about Reeves here . . .

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Are Boomers and Seniors Too Old for Kettlebells?

Mature men and women what an honest answer. Get the truth here . . .

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Super Senior in the News!

Discover how one great lady stays productive and highly relevant in her second act in life . . .

In China, Senior Romance Blooms in IKEA Stores

In the U.S. they used to be called "Fern Bars," hangouts for singles looking to meet other singles. Imagine retired folks in China playing a similar game - but in the giant home furniture stores, IKEA. Read on . . .

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Burpees for Seniors?

Yes! Boomers and seniors are not exempt from this wonderful, dynamic fat-burner and fitness-builder. Start at the beginner level and sensibly build up from there. The video will show you how . . .

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Is Sitting Too Much a Major Cancer Risk?

We know that sedentary people should move more and get more exercise, for health and fitness reasons. But in today's high tech world, sitting is becoming more and more the norm. And there is a price to pay.

WebMD asks if too much sitting is a major cancer risk? If you spend a lot of time behind a desk and/or at a computer, understand the risks and practical remedies.

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