Exercise intensity: How to measure it

Get the most from your workouts by knowing how to gauge your exercise intensity.By Mayo Clinic Staff When you exercise, are you working hard or hardly working? Exercising at the correct intensity can help you get the most out of your physical activity — making sure you’re not pushing too hard or too little. Here’s a look at what exercise…

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Get-Fit Advice for Women Over 50

IN THIS ARTICLE Staying Fit as You Age Make Exercise a Part of Your Daily Routine If you were physically active before 50, that’s great. But if you didn’t exercise regularly, it’s not too late to start. Physical activity may help tame some of the symptoms of menopause — hot flashes, joint pain, and sleep problems. Exercise also lowers your risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Plus, it helps control weight and…

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