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Ten Ways to Be ‘Water Wise’ (Even While Sheltering in Place)

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Water. We all need it—and know we need it—for optimum health and wellness, but a shocking few live daily life in a properly hydrated state and certainly not with appropriate consistency. One doctor-driven report revealed that fully 75 percent, a staggering three-fourths majority, of Americans may suffer from chronic dehydration. It went on to underscore that, “Over time, failure to drink enough water can contribute to a wide array of medical complications, from fatigue, joint pain and weight gain to headaches, ulcers, high blood pressure and kidney disease.” Apparently, this is the tip of the proverbial dehydration-induced illness iceberg.
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How to Stay in Shape at Home When You’re Stuck in Quarantine

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Being stuck at home during the COVID-19 outbreak can disrupt just about every area of your life. In fact, it can even prevent you from eating well or getting in a good workout if you rely on the gym. However, by getting a little creative, you can maintain your health and fitness routines at home without skipping a single beat.
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3 No-Equipment-Needed At-Home Workouts

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If you're stuck at home, you may find yourself scrambling to find at-home workouts to do to stay fit and healthy until you get back to your normal workout routine. If you think you need to go out and buy a ton of equipment for a make-shift home gym, don't worry. A good home workout doesn't require hundreds of equipment options. It's easy to get in an effective, sweat-inducing, full-body workout right from the comfort of your own home with only your bodyweight. From cardio to strength training, there's something for everybody to do at home.
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How to Break a Sweat, Without Causing Acne

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Those hitting the gym on account of their New Year’s resolutions are likely reaping the benefits, including improved overall health and mood. However, gymgoers may also find that their skin is breaking out more than usual, putting a damper on that post-workout glow. According to dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, working out can cause excessive sweating, as well as a buildup of oil, dirt and bacteria on your skin — all of which can lead to acne.
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21 great fitness products for at-home workouts under $30

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With gyms and fitness studios closed across the country due to the coronavirus outbreak, people are turning to at-home workouts to stay healthy and active. But not only is a lot of fitness gear selling out online but outfitting a home gym can also get really expensive really fast. However, you don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to get a good sweat session in. Below are 21 things that are less than $30 and perfect for working out without ever leaving your home.
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What Artificial Intelligence Says About Running Form

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The physiologist and coach Jack Daniels once filmed a bunch of runners in stride, then showed the footage to coaches and biomechanists to see if they could eyeball who was the most efficient. “They couldn’t tell,” Daniels later recalled. “No way at all.” Famously awkward-looking runners like Paula Radcliffe and Alberto Salazar sometimes turn out to be extraordinarily efficient. Smooth-striding beauties sometimes finish at the back of the pack.
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Itching to exercise? These 7 at-home workouts are free – for now

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Fitness centers across the country have shut down amid the coronavirus pandemic. But that doesn't mean all exercise is canceled. In fact, online wellness communities have existed long before quarantines were encouraged. There are hundreds of fitness influencers, workout apps and virtual classes that can be accessed from a computer, phone or tablet at home, and with minimal to zero gym equipment required.
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3 Useful Exercises Every Runner Should Know

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A total of 6,228,326 runners participated in various races within the US in 2018. Based on the RaceTrends Annual Statistical Report, the number of runners registered in different events increased by 23.1 percent from 2017. Most of these runners are repeat participants from past running events. To have the capacity to join these types of events, runners need to prepare mentally and physically to endure the grueling training before the actual events. Some choose aerobic exercises to strengthen their metabolic health. But aside from aerobics, here are the other complementary exercises that you can consider to prepare you for your next running event.
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Four Fun Leisure Sports to Try When You’re Not Training for Your Next Race

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If you love to run, then you understand how much discipline you need to be a great runner. You need to train throughout the week in order to build your endurance. You also have to eat well to push your body to where it needs to be. But you also deserve a break from constantly training. If you want to maintain an active weekly routine while also getting a break from running, there are other sports you can add in to the mix. Read on to learn about four fantastic sports to try out when you aren't focused solely on running.
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