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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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National Body Challenge 2008: Age and Exercise (2:24)

Dr. Pam Peeke offers tips and advice on starting an exercise program no matter how old you are.

Exercise Might Help Prevent Skin Tumors (1:26)

Watch this video showing that exercise might prevent skin tumors on HowStuffWorks. Hairless rats who were exposed to more exercise experienced fewer skin tumors due to UV rays. Learn why scientists believe that exercise might prevent skin tumors in... More »

Hamstring & Glute Exercises with Shaman DeArco (1:53)

Professional Fitness Trainer Shaman DeArco demonstrates basic exerices and provides tips for National Body Challenge participants.

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 »

Dancing Like the Stars (2:30)

With the popularity of musicals like "Chicago" and "Grease" on the big screen, as well as TV dance shows like "Dancing with the Stars", dancing is the now the new rage in gyms around the world. Watch this Reuters video to see how Canercise works.

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Skills for Healthy Living: Sex and Consequences (30:53)

This video explores the consequences of teenage sex and alternatives to sexual activity.

Skills for Healthy Living: Setting Goals (29:51)

In addition to eating healthy foods and exercising, setting health goals is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about health goals in this video.

Skills for Healthy Living: Weighing the Risks (29:28)

Teens may face a lot of pressure to try drugs and alcohol. In this video, listen to several teens who have learned -- sometimes the hard way -- to say no.

Skills for Healthy Living: Playing It Safe (30:20)

Illness and injuries are part of growing up, but there are ways to protect yourself. Find out how to play it safe in this video.

Skills for Healthy Living: Learning to Like Yourself (31:49)

Learning to like yourself is an important skill for healthy living. Learn more about self-acceptance and self-esteem in this video.

Skills for Healthy Living: Coping With Change (29:33)

Teenagers often face many changes: at school, at home and internally. Developing strategies to cope with these changes is an important part of healthy living. Learn more about coping strategies in this video.

Skills for Healthy Living: Taking Charge of Your Health (32:40)

Learn more about taking responsibility for your health in this video segment.

Managing Your Health: Depression (22:58)

Depression is a clinical condition that affects children, teens and adults. Learn how to identify the symptoms of depression and avoid behaviors that may bring it on in this video.

Managing Your Health: Weight Control (24:40)

It's fair to say that fat is an American obsession: At least 100 million Americans are overweight, and many others suffer from eating disorders. Learn more about obesity and health in this video.

Science Investigations: Investigating Human Biology (30:00)

This library of videos contains 10 segments on the systems of the human body.