Lifting Weights and Your Heart. Cardiothoracic surgeons at Yale-New Haven Hospital have identified what they think is a possible link between serious cardiac problems and weight lifting and strength training. The study appeared in the December 3, 2003 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).

Pinned Lenny Proskurovsky Ever since I stepped on the mat, I wanted to learn as much about wrestling as I could. As my first match approached, I felt confident in my abilities. Being the only member of my team who lost at our season opener was the most embarrassing experience of my life. Hubris was my major downfall - I had over-estimated my ability, and losing was a rude awakening.

Six ways to get fit If your goal is to lose weight then getting fit is the way to go, just about all of us can benefit from taking part in some sort of physical activity.

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