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Heart disease affects an estimated 62 million Americans, more than any other illness. Laurie Anderson RN FNP MSN is here to share information and advice on heart disease, its symptoms, treatments, and prevention.

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Tuesday, May 06, 2008

The Best Exercise
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Look here: Doing The Perfect Push-up.

I've always said that the simple push-up, requiring no equipment and only a stretch of floor in your home (or hotel room!) is the perfect exercise, and now even WebMD and fitness experts agree! Although it offers no aerobic benefits, the push-up can be done in a way that works your whole body, and as a resistance exercise, it can help prevent osteoporosis. This is important for both women and men, both of whom may suffer from bone thinning. So in addition to your aerobic routine, add some push-ups to work multiple muscle groups, improve your core strength, and protect your bones. That's a lot of bang for no bucks!

Be well, Laurie

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Posted by: Laurie Anderson, RNP at 9:23 PM

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