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How doctors squeeze in exercise, and how you can, too

How doctors squeeze in exercise, and how you can, too

UT Southwestern discusses how to work exercise into a daily routine.

Ben Levine, M.D.

May 1, 2017

Running marathons at 74? How exercise keeps the heart young

Running marathons at 74? How exercise keeps the heart young

Dallas marathoner Rio King is still running strong in his 70s. Learn how exercise can keep your heart young and fit as you age.

Ben Levine, M.D.

February 5, 2017

Lifting and work restrictions during pregnancy: Talk it over with your doctor

Lifting and work restrictions during pregnancy: Talk it over with your doctor

How much should work and activities such as lifting or standing really be limited during pregnancy?

January 31, 2017

5 Exercises to Train for Childbirth

5 Exercises to Train for Childbirth

Five exercises and techniques you can use to prepare your body for labor and delivery.

August 22, 2016

Why exercise beats bed rest for pulmonary hypertension patients

Why exercise beats bed rest for pulmonary hypertension patients

Rest is great for many conditions, but when it comes to pulmonary hypertension, exercise is important for recovery.

April 4, 2016

You can exercise while pregnant – start now!

You can exercise while pregnant – start now!

Not physically active before pregnancy? New recommendations show there may be no better time to start exercising.

February 9, 2016

If you exercise, you may be fitter than you think

If you exercise, you may be fitter than you think

UT Southwestern’s cardiovascular team has completed a study that suggests doctors should expand the standard definition of improved fitness for patients with diabetes.

January 4, 2016

Can doubling exercise reduce heart failure risk?

Can doubling exercise reduce heart failure risk?

New research suggests 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise a week may not be enough to prevent chronic heart failure.

November 23, 2015

Is extreme exercise – like endurance swimming – bad for your heart?

Is extreme exercise – like endurance swimming – bad for your heart?

Ben Lecomte is attempting to swim across the Pacific Ocean. Our cardiology team will be monitoring his heart from the first plunge to the final paddle.

Ben Levine, M.D.

November 9, 2015

3 ways to shake up your fitness routine

3 ways to shake up your fitness routine

Are you bored with your exercise routine? UT Southwestern offers three easy tips for shaking up a stale workout plan.

September 14, 2015

Scale stuck? Rethink eating before and after exercise

Scale stuck? Rethink eating before and after exercise

If you exercise regularly but the scale won’t budge, you may need to alter your pre- and post-workout eating habits. UT Southwestern offers tips in our latest blog.

August 31, 2015

Healthy hearts, healthy families

Healthy hearts, healthy families

A UT Southwestern cardiologist and father explains how to find time for heart-healthy exercise, even when you’re busy and have a family.

June 15, 2015

Small changes in diet, exercise lead to big results, even if you’re busy

Small changes in diet, exercise lead to big results, even if you’re busy

Small changes matter when you’re taking steps to improve your health by eating better and exercising more. A UT Southwestern Medical Center doctor provides some tips, including the Plate Method for meals. Add your voice – #calloutcancer today.

June 11, 2015