Mega hurts: fibromyalgia means living in constant pain, but exercise may help
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Fibromyalgia syndrome is a condition that afflicts mostly women between the ages of 20 to 50. It involves chronic muscle pain in trigger spots throughout the body. Treatments include massage, stretching, ultrasound and weight training.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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Glycogen and exercise intensity
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Glycogen is a polysaccharide or a complex carbohydrate that supports high-intensity bodybuilding exercises. The level of glycogen stored in a bodybuilder's body determines his or her performance during endurance exercises.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
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Alcohol and the body
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Alcohol has adverse effects on the brain and the liver. Heavy consumption of alcohol can damage the heart and skeletal muscles and affect the function of the endocrine system.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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