Diabetes Self-Management

The Four Components of Total Fitness

Ideally, any exercise routine should address the four basic components of fitness—cardiovascular activity, strength, flexibility and balance.

Cardiovascular activity refers to activity that raises your heart rate, and it’s important for losing weight and keeping your heart

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