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Exercise Benefits
7 Reasons to Be Thankful for Fitness
You give time, sweat, and (sometimes) tears at the gym. Now pay homage to everything your workout gives back: a better body, a longer life, and much more
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This Thanksgiving there’s more to be grateful for than your mom’s mashed potatoes and the amazing deal you’re going to get on an LED TV come Black Friday. You should also give thanks for your workout routine. What’s there to appreciate about an hour spent sweating? Plenty—the benefits of exercise go far beyond trimming and toning, and you might even live longer, be happier, and get promoted because of it. Whether you’re a die-hard fitness buff or just need a few reasons to get the recommended 150 minutes of exercise every week, the following seven perks of working out will make you glad to head to the gym tomorrow morning. (VIDEO: Don't head into that morning workout without one of these breakfasts)
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