America's Fittest City: Arlington, Va.
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Arlington, Va. is the "most fit city in America."
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For Soccer Players, Heading May Pose Bigger Risk Than Collisions
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Heading the ball -- not player collisions -- may lead to temporary thinking declines in soccer players, a new study finds.
No One-Size-Fits-All for Hydrating During Sports
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Waiting until you're thirsty to drink during sports could lead to dehydration and poorer performance, a new study finds.
Foul Play: More Baseball Fans Getting Hit By the Ball
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Headed to a Major League Baseball game? Be prepared to duck and cover.
AHA: When a College Hoops Star Died of a Heart Attack, His Family Got in the Game
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March Madness, the annual college basketball tournament that glues Americans to their TVs and their brackets, is a bittersweet time for the Cornette family.
Exercise Cuts Heart Risks, Regardless of Your Genes
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Staying physically fit can help ward off heart trouble, even if your genetics put you at higher risk for clogged arteries, a new, large study suggests.