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Old 02-01-2012, 03:41 PM   #1
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Great article on the importance of exercise

The article is appropriately titled "Exercise as Housecleaning for the Body". Here's the link.

Enjoy,

Marcia
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Old 02-01-2012, 03:46 PM   #2
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Re: Great article on the importance of exercise

Thanks Marcia,

I have an exercise bike I dont use much but love my hourly active walks on the beach near my home so was interested in this study but really need to use that bike more too!
I also swim a few times a week too which I enjoy!
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Old 02-06-2012, 07:44 AM   #3
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Re: Great article on the importance of exercise

Thanks for the article, Marcia. I have been trying to exercise and walk at least three to four times a week.

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