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	from Dave Johns Contrary to the exhortations of far too many bravura advertisements for athletic shoes, one does not need to go out and buy a pair of "cross-trainers" to engage in some fun, uplifting and health-giving cross-training. In fact, some of the very best forms of non-gym-based exercise are usually performed sans shoes, barefoot, toes visible.

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What Is Pilates, Anyway?
Pilates has become one of the most popular exercise systems in the country; sometimes it seems like everyone is either doing Pilates or is looking to get started. Indeed, one of the best things about the Pilates method is that it is appropriate for such a wide range of people. But what makes it such an appealing way to stay fit, and how exactly does a Pilates program work?
- Pilates Guide Marguerite Ogle

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How To Start Doing Yoga
Deciding that you want to start doing yoga is the first step. It's easy to get stuck there though, since you may not know where to go to take classes, or what to expect from a yoga instructor once you're in the door. But don't be intimidated! It's easier than you think to take the next step and to start enjoying the pleasures and benefits of yoga.
- Yoga Guide Ann Pizer

What's So Great About Swimming?
Swimming is one of the few healthy activities that truly can be continued for a entire lifetime. The sport does not entail jarring impacts that can wear away at joints, and the health benefits swimming offers are extraordinary. But what are the specific health benefits of getting into the pool? That depends on what you are trying to accomplish.
- Swimming Guide Mat Luebbers

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