"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Strength training at least twice weekly will
increase your metabolism and increase your
potential to burn fat and build muscle mass.

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Drinking half your body weight in ounces
of water per day is a simple calculation
to ensure you are well hydrated.  For example,
if you weigh 160 pounds, it is recommended that
you drink approximately 80 ounces of water per day.

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"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Avoid drinking liquids with meals.  Liquids will
dilute your digestive enzymes and interfere with
the digestion process.

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"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

A study published in the American Journal of
Preventive Medicine found that people who kept
a food diary lost twice as much weight as those
who did not.

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‎"Getting Fit. . . One Step at a Time"

Blueberries contain compounds that have been shown to
reduce your cancer risk, have anti-aging properties,
and help fight bacteria that can lead to urinary tract
infections.

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To reduce the impact of walking and running on your
hips and knees, select softer surfaces to walk and
run on.  Concrete is 10 times harder than asphalt
and a smooth dirt trail, treadmill or rubber track
are even better alternatives.

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Chronic sleep deprivation will increase your risk
for developing viral infections, such as colds, flu
and respiratory tract infections.

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