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My bizarre tongue symptom turned out to be stage 4 cancer — but I still trained for a Half Ironman during chemo
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Exercising within 4 hours of bedtime is messing with your sleep
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This fitness trend is better than rucking for staying in shape — how to get the most out of it
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How long you should be able to do a plank at every age, from 20s to 60+ — they're good for more than just abs
June 3, 2025 | 10:28am“Being able to hold a plank indicates that you have a strong core," Life Time fitness leader Phoenix Carnevale told The Post.
Longevity expert reveals how to 'train' for old age with a 'centenarian decathlon'
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