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  2. Swimming stroke - Wikipedia

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    Turtle stroke: On the breast, extend right arm then pull, after pushing with the left leg (while opposite limbs are recovering), then opposite limbs repeat this process, i. e. left arm pulls after right leg pushes. Uses muscles of the waist.

  3. History of physical training and fitness - Wikipedia

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    Physical training has been present in some human societies throughout history. Usually, people trained to prepare for physical competition or display, to improve physical, emotional and mental health, and to look attractive. [1] The activity took a variety of different forms but quick dynamic exercises were favoured over slow or more static ones.

  4. Battling ropes - Wikipedia

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    After its development, Brookfield taught the system to Special Forces, the Cincinnati Bengals, [4] and the Olympic wrestling team. [3] Since then, the training system has expanded to mainstream gyms. [5] With one battle rope per upper extremity, battling ropes work out each arm independently, overcoming strength imbalances. [6]

  5. 10 Exercises Seniors Should Avoid to Get Strong, Without ...

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    Experts suggest seniors avoid these 10 exercises. Stay active for the rest of your life by making smarter, safer choices when it comes to strength training. Experts suggest seniors avoid these 10 ...

  6. 5 Best Arm Workouts for Women After 50 - AOL

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    Once [your] arms extend straight overhead, in-line with the shoulders, slowly start to reverse the movement back down to the starting position." Perform 10 to 12 reps. 2.

  7. Tai chi isn’t just for seniors. The workout boosts strength ...

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    Instead, you can enjoy a low-impact workout that may still improve your overall fitness, according to a 2021 meta-analysis, through controlled motions. “Tai chi’s slow, deliberate movements ...

  8. 20th century women's fitness culture - Wikipedia

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    The slim figure was not only obtained through extreme eating habits, but basic at-home exercises were encouraged for women to maintain and develop trim figures. [9] One popularly advertised method for losing weight was dancing to aerobic "reducing" records. Before and after pictures were included to show women the results they should expect ...

  9. 20 Arm Workouts for Women, From Tricep Dips to Preacher ... - AOL

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