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  2. Exertional rhabdomyolysis - Wikipedia

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    Risks that lead to ER include exercise in hot and humid conditions, improper hydration, inadequate recovery between bouts of exercise, intense physical training, and inadequate fitness levels for beginning high-intensity workouts. [3] Eccentric contraction of muscles can result in ER more often than concentric contraction. [4]

  3. Exercise intolerance - Wikipedia

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    In most cases, the specific reason that exercise is not tolerated is of considerable significance when trying to isolate the cause down to a specific disease. Dysfunctions involving the pulmonary, cardiovascular or neuromuscular systems have been frequently found to be associated with exercise intolerance, with behavioural causes also playing a ...

  4. Outline of exercise - Wikipedia

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    The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to exercise: Exercise – any bodily activity that enhances or log physical fitness and overall health and wellness. It is performed for various reasons including strengthening muscles and the cardiovascular system , honing athletic skills, weight loss or maintenance, as well ...

  5. Physical fitness - Wikipedia

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    Guidelines in the United Kingdom released in July 2011 include the following points: The intensity at which a person exercises is key, and light activity such as strolling and house work is unlikely to have much positive impact on the health of most people. For aerobic exercise to be beneficial, it must raise the heart rate and cause ...

  6. List of weight training exercises - Wikipedia

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    The deadlift is a very effective compound exercise for strengthening the lower back, but also exercises many other major muscle groups, including quads, hamstrings and abdominals. It is a challenging exercise, as poor form or execution can cause serious injury. [8]

  7. Physical activity - Wikipedia

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    Physical activity is not just exercise.It includes other activities that involve movement; for example cleaning, running , active transport etc. Physical activity is defined as any voluntary bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. [1]

  8. Eccentric training - Wikipedia

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    Eccentric training is a type of strength training that involves using the target muscles to control weight as it moves in a downward motion. This type of training can help build muscle, improve athletic performance, and reduce the risk of injury. An eccentric contraction is the motion of an active muscle while it is lengthening under load ...

  9. Exercise addiction - Wikipedia

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    Exercise addiction is a state characterized by a compulsive engagement in any form of physical exercise, despite negative consequences. While regular exercise is generally a healthy activity, exercise addiction generally involves performing excessive amounts of exercise to the detriment of physical health, spending too much time exercising to the detriment of personal and professional life ...