Can fat be fit?
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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recently debated the question of whether overweight people are more fit than their thinner counterparts. According to ACSM Pres. Steven N. Blair, an individual's fitness level has a more important effect on health than weight.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1996
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Alternative treatments for backaches and headaches
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Backaches and headaches are health problems that are effectively treated by alternative therapies. Acupuncturists and chiropractors keep the body's energy flow in balance by either inserting needles or manipulating the spine. Osteopaths may also use natural treatments.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 1993
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Just plane scary
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Advice is given for staying healthy during long and short-haul air trips. Walking and simple leg rotating exercises are advised for long flights to avoid cramp and deep-vein thrombosis.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2001
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