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For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds

Simple Steps Get Walkers Moving
Improved pedestrian routes and formation of walking groups pay off, study finds

Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss
Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say

Kidney Damage Another Consequence of Anabolic Steroids
Long-term use can lead to severe kidney scarring, new research shows

Tai Chi May Help Ward Off Knee Pain in Seniors
Two hours per week can improve osteoarthritis symptoms in older patients, study finds

Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study
Lifestyle changes really do work to prevent type 2, experts say

Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults’ Arteries
Damage makes it harder to run and climb steps, researcher says

Health Tip: Exercise During Pregnancy
A list of typical benefits

Fitness Fades Fast After 45
But healthy habits can stave off the inevitable declines, research finds

Big, Beefy Football Players May Face Heart Problems Later
Physical activity may not protect heart from complications of extra weight, study finds