Questions tagged [health-risk]
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Are commonly-accepted health risks of steroids real?
I recently watched Bigger Stronger Faster, a documentary on steroid use, and was struck by their claim that commonly accepted health risks are not proven and seem to mostly be accepted because of intense government marketing (a situation not…
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Is it fine to train in the sauna?
If I train in sauna for something like Maraton des Sables, can this have side effects on the long run? What about steam room?
By training, I mean stretching, push-ups, squats, abs - aprox 10 reps every 30 or 60 seconds.
Of course the time spent in…
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How to design a workout for someone with hypertension?
One of my family members suffers from hypertension. This person is generally concerned about their health, and has agreed to commit to a workout regimen. The doctors have not raised any flags about working out, however I would like some advice as to…
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60-year old dad passes out after 1/2 an hour of badminton
My dad is 60 years old. I have never played any kind of sports for 30 years.
However, he's working with geography and sometimes (maybe a week per month) he has to hike in the jungle as a part of his job.
Recently, a heart doctor prescribed…
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Doing workout when we are suffering from diarrhea
Is it okay to workout in gym , when i am suffering from diarrhea ? or is it better to take rest that day ?
Please give me some suggestions on this....
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Should an underweight person avoid strenuous exercise?
Exercise is great, but should someone who is underweight (approximately 168cm and 49kg for a BMI of 17.4) focus on gaining weight (until a healthy weight is reached) before beginning strenuous exercise?
My friend has no history of anorexia or…
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