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How exercise helps us live long healthy lives

July 22, 2023

Clever tips can help us stay healthy. Ten thousand steps a day is a good foundation of exercise, and workout sessions that are short have enormous benefits. Plus: Running backwards and a balanced diet help us stay fit. From walking 10,000 steps a day to high intensity training, exercising helps keep us healthy.

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