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Exercise is vital for women, not just for the obvious benefits of weight management and a toned body, but because of its undeniable psychological benefits. Regular exercise is proven to boost and stabilise mood, which is good news for women prone to depression and anxiety, or even a mild case of 'the blues'. Exercise is also great for enhancing self-esteem and confidence, and keeps you on top form for handling anything that life throws at you. Some women worry that certain types of exercise, like weight training, will cause them to bulk up too much. But women don't develop muscles like men do, unless they embark on a really extreme body building routine and diet.
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Men are from Mars, women are from Venus, but can we exercise on the same planet? The answer is yes, writes biokinetisist Avinesh Prusad of the Sport Science Institute.
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Girl athletes risk eating disorders
You may still remember gymnast Christy Henrich, who died from anorexia-associated complications at 22. Many South African athletes risk a similar fate - unless action is taken.
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