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New exercise program helps people stay strong through cancer • Nov. 3, 2026, 5:57 AM ET (News-Medical)

Affordable exercise program helps people with cancer rebuild strength • Nov. 2, 2026, 9:54 PM ET (News-Medical)

Scientists discover a surprising double benefit of exercise for Parkinson’s • Oct. 23, 2026, 6:24 AM ET (Science Daily)

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A man in athletic clothing jogs along a paved path beside a black metal fence, with trees and another person in the background.

A group of senior citizens sits in chairs, smiling and holding their hands together in a prayer pose during an exercise class.

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Topics

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Key People

Richard Simmons

Richard Simmons

American aerobics instructor and fitness guru

Jack LaLanne, wearing a blue jacket, smiles and flexes both arms in a celebratory pose indoors.

Jack LaLanne

American television personality

Assorted sports balls including a basketball, football, soccer ball, tennis ball, baseball and others.

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