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Stretching
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Exercise Physiology
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How to weight train major muscle groups
Weight training has many positive benefits including building muscle, strengthening bone, and reducing body fat. The slide show from the Mayo Clinic will show you ten exercises you can do for your major muscle groups.
How to stretch major muscle groups
Stretching should be a key part of your exercise program. Stretching before your workout — especially if you have tight or injured muscles — can prepare your body for exercise. Stretching after your workout promotes better range of motion of your joints. Stretching also improves your flexibility, balance and coordination. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will show you how to stretch your major muscle groups.
Stretching is an essential part of exercise; learn the basics with this helpful slide show.