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Top 5 mental handicaps that bedevil golfers

With the town all abuzz about the U.S. Open at Merion, now seems a good time to visit Ted Weiss.

Concussion Damage Looks Much Like Early Alzheimer's: Study

Preliminary finding suggests mild brain injury triggers long-lasting abnormalities in white matter

5 time-wasting mistakes you’re making at the gym

There are about 100 different things that could derail you from getting to the gym. So when you do make it there, you want to make sure you’re getting the most effective sweat session possible.

Golf fitness expert Sean Cochran instructs fans on proper golf fitness techniques at the American Express Championship Experience at the 2013 U.S. Open at Merion Golf Club. photography by Terry Ratzlaff / FOR THE DAILY NEWS

Mickelson's trainer shares exercises for warming up to swing the club

Coach offers tips and an exercise so you can have a swingin’ time

5 cycling events not to miss this summer

From cycling trails to bike stores to competitive riding groups, there’s no denying we live in a bike-centric area. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a cheerful spectator, don’t miss these 5 action-packed races in the Greater Philadelphia Area.

Train drain: Stop running yourself into the ground

The idea is to train at, just below or briefly above the threshold — so you’re performing at the maximum power you can without setting off the bodily reactions that force you to stop or slow down — in order to increase your body’s tolerance of that intensity and slowly push the boundary higher.

Grueling X-Country Ski Race May Affect Heart Rhythm

Arrhythmia more common among frequent racers, study finds

Joltin' Jabs Boxing Workout

Joey DeMalavez, a former boxer who runs Joltin' Jabs in Manyunk, leads Philly.com's health editor, Kelly O'Shea, through an intense boxing workout. (Colin Kerrigan / Philly.com)

Heading Soccer Balls Tied to Damaging Brain Changes

Doing it a lot may increase risk of memory problems in adult soccer players, study says

Get fit, sun-kissed with 7 outdoor classes

You can get fit and soak up the summer sun with these 7 local outdoor fitness classes. Just be sure you don’t forget your sunscreen!

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment May Not Work As Well for Heavier Patients

Although more medication taken by obese patients in study, remission was less likely

Concussion Damage Looks Much Like Early Alzheimer's: Study

Preliminary finding suggests mild brain injury triggers long-lasting abnormalities in white matter

Hot Weather Takes Toll on Farmworkers: Study

Many contend with extreme temperatures in sleeping quarters; daytime fatigue could threaten worker safety

Transplanted Organs Don't Affect Outcomes for Trauma Victims: Study

But there may be a raised risk of organ rejection in months after injuries, researchers warn

Grueling X-Country Ski Race May Affect Heart Rhythm

Arrhythmia more common among frequent racers, study finds

To lower diabetes risk, take a walk

Walking 15 minutes three times a day was better for blood sugar levels than one 45-minute walk, small study found

Heading Soccer Balls Tied to Damaging Brain Changes

Doing it a lot may increase risk of memory problems in adult soccer players, study says

Health Tip: Prevent Furniture Tipping

And help keep kids safe

Too Little Known on How Primary Care Docs Can Prevent Child Abuse

U.S. panel couldn't make recommendations about kids without obvious signs of maltreatment

Cutting Unneeded CT Scans in Kids Could Lower Future Cancer Risk

Reducing radiation dosage would also help, study found

Kids With Past Concussions Take Longer to Recover

Study has implications for how long children should wait to resume activities, experts say

Drowning Prevention Measures to Keep Kids Safe in Water

Tragedy can occur with few warning signs, expert says

Keeping kids healthy at summer camp

How to keep water sports from causing skin infections and other expert advice

Even Mild Weight Loss May Lower Diabetes Risk in Obese Teens

Study worked with adolescents and their families to boost activity, healthy eating

Sports Doc blog

Foam rolling: It can save you from pain

Whether you are a professional athlete, an amateur athlete, a weekend warrior or just sit at your desk all day, foam rolling should be part of your daily routine.

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