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Kriss Brooks

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    Staying Active During Pregnancy

    For some women, pregnancy is an excuse to quit or slack off on their workouts and to start eating more. This is the opposite of what you should do. It is important to…

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    Brain Attack

    Few things are more devastating than a stroke. It can take a vibrant, apparently healthy person and cripple him in a matter of moments. Hispanics and African Americans…

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    Don’t Let Soreness Stop You from Exercising

    All of the new-found energy and increased activity may be making you feel a little sore. Muscle soreness is common when you start a new routine and your muscles are working harder, longer, or doing something completely different than…

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    Fluid Needs

    When exercising in the heat it is important to keep the body hydrated before, during, and after engaging in any type of physical activity.

    Dehydration can cause many detrimental effects including a decrease in exercise performance, early onset…