How valuable is exercise to your health?

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How valuable is exercise to your health?

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Sep 26, 2014

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We all know that exercise is an important way to safeguard your health. But how, exactly? In this episode, Marshall discusses the health benefits of exercise -- and how much we need each week in order to take advantage of these benefits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Sep 26, 2014

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