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Marathoners Go the Distance on Heart Health
Even walking half an hour a day can boost longevity, study finds

Health Tip: Winter Running Safety
Stay safe and warm

Good Warm-Ups Could Halve Sports Injuries
Female athletes using special program saw all injuries cut by a third, researchers say

Almost Two-Thirds of Americans Meet Exercise Guidelines
150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity a week

Exercise Keeps the Brain Young
Experiments in mice find running increases production of neural stem cells

Vigorous Exercise Can Cut Breast Cancer Risk
But benefits only apply to normal-weight women, study says

Fall Sports Peak Time for Lower Leg Damage
Sprains, fractures, turf toe most common injuries, but warm-ups, proper gear cut risks

How Long-Distance Runners Get to the Finish
Successful ones can control their heart rate, study finds

Health Tip: What to Wear While Running
Be sure to dress appropriately

Run for Your Life
Exercisers live longer and with fewer disabilities, study finds