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Healthy Women Take 10
www.healthywomen.org   April 2008 Volume 4, Issue 7

woman sleepDear Subscriber,
'Take 10' for You...
Commit to Getting Fit this Spring

e all need a little push now and then, especially when it comes to exercising. Your good intentions may have slid into inactivity, bringing weight gain, muscle and joint pain, low mood and problems with high blood pressure or cholesterol. You can counter those effects: Discover new ideas for breaking out of sedentary living in this month's main article, "8 Simple Steps to a Slimmer You this Spring"

Check out this issue's Fitness Minute for advice on choosing the right athletic shoes. In Ask the Trainer, you'll find out how to get started with weight training and how to strengthen your back and spine to prevent bone loss.

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The National Women's Health Resource Center Staff

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8 Simple Steps to a Slimmer You this Spring

Fitness Minute
Choosing the Right Fitness Shoe

Eating Well
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How much do you know about fitness?
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Ask the Trainer

Q. I want to use weights to help me get in better shape and feel fitter. How should I begin?

A. Adding weight or resistance strength training to your physical activities is a great move! More...

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