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  2. Floor (gymnastics) - Wikipedia

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    The apparatus originated as a 'free exercise' for men, very similar to the floor exercise of today. [1] Most competitive gymnastics floors are spring floors. They contain springs and/or a rubber foam and plywood combination, which make the floor bouncy, soften the impact of landings, and enable the gymnast to gain height when tumbling.

  3. List of weight training exercises - Wikipedia

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    This is a compound exercise that also involves the triceps and the front deltoids, also recruits the upper and lower back muscles, and traps. The bench press is the king of all upper body exercises and is one of the most popular chest exercises in the world. It is the final exercise in 'The big 3'.

  4. Calisthenics - Wikipedia

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    School children perform sit-ups, a common type of calisthenic, during a school fitness day.. Calisthenics (American English) or callisthenics (British English) (/ ˌ k æ l ɪ s ˈ θ ɛ n ɪ k s /) is a form of strength training that utilizes an individual's body weight as resistance to perform multi-joint, compound movements with little or no equipment.

  5. Science Says This Workout Can Make Your Body 8 Years ... - AOL

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    Here’s what the study found, plus simple ways to incorporate strength exercises into your life, according to a trainer. Meet the expert : Albert Matheny, RD, CSCS, co-founder of SoHo Strength Lab .

  6. Exercise in the morning, read a book and try this stretch ...

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    The weather outside is frightful … which may be a great excuse to exercise in a hot room. According to Today, hot yoga has a number of benefits , including stress reduction and improved flexibility.

  7. Adolescence - Wikipedia

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    During their peak height velocity (the time of most rapid growth), adolescents grow at a growth rate nearly identical to that of a toddler—about 10.3 cm (4 inches) per year for males and 9 cm (3.5 inches) per year for females. [38] In addition to changes in height, adolescents also experience a significant increase in weight (Marshall, 1978).

  8. Walking This Much Could Add 11 Years To Your Life - AOL

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    A recent study found that adding 111 minutes of daily walking could help you live 11 years longer. Here's experts want you to know about walking's benefits.

  9. Step aerobics - Wikipedia

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    This height can be increased in 2-inch (5 cm) increments to 8 inches (20 cm). Studies have been made of 10- and 12-inch benches, but these are not recommended for popular step aerobics classes. [34] The height of the step should be tailored to the individual; lower levels for beginners.