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GUEST SERIES | Dr. Andy Galpin: How to Assess & Improve All Aspects of Your Fitness

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The Enduring Impact of Exercise on Health

This chapter explores the historical development of the 'exercise as medicine' movement, emphasizing its significance in promoting health and longevity, particularly through endurance training. It highlights findings from studies of lifelong athletes, including Swedish cross-country skiers and their American counterparts, shedding light on the benefits of consistent cardiovascular exercise. Additionally, the chapter delves into the complex relationship between genetics and exercise, illustrated through intriguing comparisons of identical twins, and underscores the importance of both endurance and strength training for overall health.

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