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A lone runner crossing a deserted street. (Photo: Getty Images)

Social Distancing

You Can Go for a Run, Walk or Bike Ride Just Stay at 6 Feet from Anyone You Don’t Live With If you rely on physical activity to help maintain your sanity, social distancing during the coronavirus crisis can feel like a special kind of torture. Since going to the gym or
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A woman's feet in pink sneakers running away from the camera. (Photo: Daniel Reche/Pexels)

Happy Feet

Choose Proper Shoes for Pain-Free Running Warm, sunny days inspire many people to throw on the nearest pair of sneakers and head outdoors for a run. But choose carefully. Running shoes should provide the proper foot support to prevent injury.   “The human foot is an
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Bendy Brunch participants practice yoga among art at the old Wonder Bread Factory. (Photo: Mark Heckathorn/DC on Heels)

Just Say “Om”

How Yoga and Pilates Benefits Beginners The idea of going for a run or joining a gym can be intimidating for people who don’t exercise. When you have a health condition that prevents you from engaging in many types of high-impact exercise, it can also be tough to know where to
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