For many of us, the workout year is pretty similar. Some of us are ‘runners,’ others are ‘swimmers’, and some will mix it up – maybe weight lifting with some kickboxing thrown in. Not Tarek Fadel though, MIT Recreation Member and Assistant Director at the Marble Center for Cancer Nanomedicine. He approaches fitness a little
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“If I work out, my work works out.” Simone Schurle approaches her fitness from a slightly different angle than the norm. She isn’t training for a marathon, looking to bench any specific number, or trying to move the numbers on a scale. Simone works out because of the way it makes her feel – and
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Balanced fitness starts with good support. When Dr. Elizabeth Green was 8 years old (and just known as ‘Liz’ then!), her fitness life got off to a fantastic start. From the playground onto the soccer field, thanks to her father she learned not only how much fun sports were, but that she should never let
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You may have heard it before: “Can’t seem to get to the gym? Join with a friend!” But this is not a ploy for gyms to get more members. Working out with friends, in a community that is supportive and friendly, can go a long way towards making the experience fun. When fitness gets fun,
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Weight training comes with some pretty great health benefits. It can mean less chance of injury, help maintain weight loss, and improve your coordination. Adding weightlifting to your fitness routine could help you burn even more calories than cardio alone, and could also help you avoid disease like type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis. All great
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