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If your resolution for 2012 is to lead an active, healthier lifestyle, then starting a balanced exercise program is your first step. Regular exercise reduces your risk for health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It can also help increase your strength, endurance, and flexibility. The result: You're able to do all the activities you want to do — especially as you get older. Wouldn't we all resolve to do that?
For most people, the toughest hurdle to exercise is just getting started. In order to stick with it, make exercise a part of your routine and invite a friend to join you.
When people start to exercise, they often push their bodies too far. Not only does this increase the risk for injury, it makes it harder to stick with a program. Keep exercise safe and start out slowly.
It's never too late to reap the benefits of exercise! Whether you're 25 or 75, exercise can help prevent a range of medical problems. It can also reduce the pain and progression of conditions related to aging, like arthritis and osteoporosis.
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Patient Information on Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements
NEW!! Informed Patient Learning Modules
Informed Patient Learning Modules
Expert information from orthopaedic surgeons about common musculoskeletal problems and surgical treatment, including: Total Hip Replacement Total Knee Replacement Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction NEW!! Rehabilitation Exercise and Conditioning Handouts
Rehabilitation Exercise and Conditioning Handouts
These exercise conditioning programs will help you return to daily activities after an injury or surgery. Separate exercise programs focus on the shoulder, knee, hip, spine, and foot and ankle. 
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