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Exercise and Depression

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Watch this video about the effects that exercise has on depression on HowStuffWorks. Exercise has numerous effects on the body and mind, but some doctors think it can be effective in fighting depression. Learn about exercise and depression in this video from ScienCentral.

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Exercise and Insulin (1:12)

Exercise has the ability to improve insulin sensitivity. As diabetes is a disease of insulin resistance, University of Michigan associate professor of kinesiology Jeffrey Horowitz hopes that understanding how exercise changes our bodies' use of fuel... More »

What Makes Exercise Good? (0:51)

Obesity is rampant in the United States, and medical conditions like heart disease, diabetes and stroke are all more common in people who are overweight. Jeffrey Horowitz, an associate professor of kinesiology at the University of Michigan, hopes to... More »

Get a Hollywood Body (5:12)

Watch this video about the Red Carpet training workouts on HowStuffWorks. Actors spend weeks before the Academy Awards prepping for the big day - whether it's dieting, working out or consulting a specialist, celebrities rely on many ways to achieve... More »

Pelvic Curl from Pilates Center of Bend (4:15)

Watch this video about pilates and the Pelvic Curl on HowStuffWorks. See how to perform the pelvic curl pilates exercise in this video from Pilates Center of Bend. Diane Preusch hosts the video; she is a certified Pilates instructor and owner of... More »

Chest Lift from Pilates Center of Bend (4:00)

Watch this video about pilates and the Chest Lift on HowStuffWorks. See how to perform the chest lift pilates exercise in this video from Pilates Center of Bend. Diane Preusch hosts the video; she is a certified Pilates instructor and owner of... More »

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Discovery Health CME: Doga (1:10)

At the Bidewee learning center people eschew the more advanced approaches to losing weight in favor of a more low-tech way, with the use of a mat and canine friends. Check out this clip from Discovery Health to learn more about losing weight.

Active and Healthy: Active Child Care (13:00)

This program is geared to childcare providers and emphasizes the important part that physical activity plays in preventing childhood obesity and associated long-term health problems.

Enviro-Tacklebox: The Exercise Challenge (1:43)

This segment explores the challenge of regular exercise. Before setting out on an exercise regimen, it is crucial to set goals and objectives. What results would you like to see?

Enviro-Tacklebox: Other Types of Sports (0:32)

Other kinds of fun sports include street roller hockey and BOX bike riding, both of which provide exercise and endurance training.

Enviro-Tacklebox: Gymnastics (2:03)

Gymnastic disciplines enhance flexibility. Check out this video to learn more about how becoming a gymnast may benefit you.