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Stability Ball Exercises for Children

Kids need muscle strengthening exercises, like calisthenics, at least three times a week, according to the Centers for Disease Control. A stability ball can keep your child engaged and interested, improve his posture and help him learn to balance. Stability balls work the whole body, but are especially good for the core muscles in the abdomen, back and pelvis.

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Olympic Trainer John Abdo Shares Family Fitness Tips

Modern Mom was delighted to get a chance to interview fitness expert and Olympic trainer John Abdo about how to promote health and well-being in a family. John suggests that families exercise together, so health becomes a family activity, rather than an individual goal. Love that idea! Here’s some more practical health advice from the this renowned fitness guru and inventor of the Ab Doer Twist: ModernMom: What are some great exercises the whole family can do together?

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Learning How to Let Go in a Divorce

While few individuals enter the institution of marriage even considering the possibility of divorce, statistically, a couple is more likely to break their vows than spend their entire lives as husband and wife. When your marriage comes to an end, it can be difficult to deal with the sudden separation with the individual you promised to have and to hold. Moving on is never easy, but it can be done. The sooner you effectively move on with your life, the happier you will likely be post-marriage.

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Exercises That Get Rid of Love Handles

Love handles can be a hard thing to shake and can make getting dressed for work, or for a special event, a dreaded and stressful experience. There’s nothing to “love” about even the smallest trace of love handles, which can leave you looking a little lumpy when you are wearing your favorite fitted shirts and blouses. Whether you’re post-baby or recently packed on a few pounds after vacation, there are exercises that can help you target your obliques and get rid of the love handles.