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Running is arguably one of the most beneficial forms of exercise on the planet. It engages nearly every muscle in your body, burning calories while building bigger muscles in the process. But like all exercises, there's an inherit risk of injury associated with running. So, what steps can you take to reduce the risk of injury while running?Change Your Running ShoesWhen was the last time that you bought a new of running shoes? Over time, shoes will reduce their …

How much fiber do you consume in your daily diet? According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), adults should consume 14 grams for every 1,000 calories daily. So if you consume 2,000 calories per day, you should strive for 28 grams of fiber in your daily diet.But many people fall short of this amount. And a new study has found that people who consume adequate fiber in their diets live a happier, healthier life when compared to their counterparts. Researchers from the West …

Air pollution has become a serious problem both here in the United States and abroad. According to some statistics, it's responsible for more than 5.5 million deaths each year, making it the fourth leading cause of death. While many countries have passed new laws to curb airborne pollution, it remains a serious problem. Furthermore, there's new evidence suggesting that exposure to air pollution can lead to elevated blood pressure levels.A team of researchers from the Guangdong Provincial Institu …

Using a buddy system in which two workers watch each others back is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of work-related injury. But what if you are forced to work by yourself, without the convenience of other nearby workers? Working alone certainly increases the risk of injury, but there are ways to lower these risks.Identify HazardsThe first step in working alone is to identify the potential hazards. Take a few minutes to inspect the worksite and evaluate the task, identifying haz …

Standing desks have become a hot topic in recent years, with many companies and individual workers making the transition to them. Of course, there's a good reason for this trend: the general belief is that using a standing desk offers greater health benefits when compared to traditional sitting desks, allowing workers to burn calories while they work. But a new study has found that standing desks may also boos worker productivity.According to the study conducted by researchers at Texas A&M U …