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UnitedHealthcare provides a spectrum of consumer-oriented health benefit plans and services to individuals, public sector employers and businesses of all sizes. The company organizes access to health care services on behalf of more than 25 million individual consumers, contracting directly with more than 600,000 physicians and care professionals and 5,000 hospitals nationwide. UnitedHealthcare... More

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    Should I seek professional help before starting a fitness program?
    Before you start a fitness program, you may want to consult your doctor. This will give you a... Full Post
    05/15/2012
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    Should I be free of serious health risks before starting a fitness program?
    Before starting a fitness program, talk to your doctor about your specific health concerns and your... Full Post
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    What can I do to prepare for a new fitness program?
    Before you start a new fitness program consider doing the following: •Talk with your doctor.... Full Post
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    Can I turn fat into muscle?
    Fat tissue is a layer of fat cells that covers the muscles. When you exercise, you build up muscle... Full Post
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    How can strength training benefit me?
    Strength training can help you burn more fat than aerobic or cardiovascular exercise alone. Weight... Full Post
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    How can I reduce the fat off my belly?
    To blast your belly fat, you’ll need to watch what you eat and engage in regular,... Full Post
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    Do I have to exercise to lose weight?
    A combination of diet and exercise is one of the most effective ways to lose weight. To get the... Full Post
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    Do I need to warm up before I exercise?
    Warming up for five to 10 minutes before you begin exercising helps raise the core temperature of... Full Post
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    Can I reverse the aging process with exercise?
    Keeping fit can help your life expectancy in two ways, according to a study in the Archives of... Full Post
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    How can I exercise regularly when I work all day?
    How can you find the time during your busy work day to fit in regular exercise? Here are a few... Full Post
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    What exercises should I do to improve my heart health?
    Aerobic exercise is what the hearts likes best. It makes the heart become stronger and work more... Full Post
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    How do the mild stretches and exercises help my body?
    If you're like most people, you probably yawn and stretch first thing every morning. Whether you... Full Post
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    What exercises can help my child avoid obesity?
    Kids between the ages of 4 and 6 can benefit from unstructured play and exploration under your... Full Post
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    What are the pros of exercise?
    The benefits of physical activity include: •Can help keep weight under control•May help... Full Post
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    How often should I exercise?
    According to the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association, healthy... Full Post
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