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No end to well-being

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Former Sen John Glenn's second travel to space is concrete proof that physical well-being is important to older people. Glenn's excellent health allowed him to qualify for the space flight despite his age. Other people should emulate Glenn and start giving importance to their health and physical fitness.

Physiological aspects, Health, Glenn, John

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I predict

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Joe Weider, touted as a trainer of bodybuilding champions, predicted in 1950 in the 'Your Physique' magazine the future importance of body building in mental and physical health. The predictions include the emergence of body building as a legitimate sport and physical fitness activity.

Forecasts and trends, Bodybuilding, Weider, Joe

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Independence vs. atrophy

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A weight training program for the aged also works to reduce the effects of senile atrophy. Muscle tone decreases with age and could be partly restored by a regular weight training program which targets muscle groups that need to be restored or strengthened.

Weight training, Physical fitness for the aged

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