Health Tip: Benefitting From Cross-Training

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(HealthDay News) -- Cross training involves many different types of exercises, making your fitness routine more fun and beneficial.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says benefits of a cross-training program may include:

• Toning the entire body because of the variety of activities.
• Better likelihood of sticking with your exercise routine.
• Better preparation of muscles for new exercises, and working more muscle groups.
• Reduced risk of overuse injury.
• In case of injury, you may still be able to perform some of your usual exercises, with some modifications.

-- Diana Kohnle

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