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Reasons You Should Start Lifting Weights Regularly
Medically Reviewed by Eric Leckie, PT Your Health

Reasons You Should Start Lifting Weights Regularly

An effective fitness plan needs to include weights and a commitment to strength training. It doesn’t mean you have to pump 50-pound dumbbells or spending your whole trip to the gym on the weight machines, but it does mean some investment of time and energy in using weights.

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Working Out The Best Exercises for Men Over 50
Medically Reviewed by Eric Leckie, PT Fitness News & Advice

Working Out The Best Exercises for Men Over 50

While you might not be breaking any records doing the 100-meter dash or winning ultra marathons when you’re 56, you can still achieve a high level of fitness that benefits your body and mind. Here are 13 of the best exercise tips to keep in mind if you’re a man older than 50.

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Heart Palpitations: 15 Common Reasons for Your Abnormal Heartbeat
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gerald Morris Your Health

Heart Palpitations: 15 Common Reasons for Your Abnormal Heartbeat

Heart palpitations can be frightening. Most often they’re stress-related and not at all harmful. However, caffeine, nicotine, and hormones can all cause the heart to beat faster than normal, as can an underlying health condition, so it’s wise to seek medical attention if palpitations persist.

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