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The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for May 14-25 includes a variety of HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities, weight management and family planning classes.

Water Aerobics Benefits for People with Multiple Sclerosis

Summertime is the hottest time of the year, which is the reason that we love the water so much. A lot of people myself included take full advantage of the pool, and beaches in the summertime to cool off with a good swim. However there are other ways to use a pool other than to swim, which I have been doing since being diagnosed in 2006 with multiple sclerosis.

Why mid-life health kicks can WRECK men's bodies: Jogging and low-fat food will make you fatter and damage your heart

Running is a quick-fire way of destroying your hip and knee joints and placing a tremendous strain on your heart and lungs.

Boxing: 12 Rounds with Multiple Sclerosis

Boxing is a sport of pure guts, grit, and determination, but make no mistake about it there is a lot of blood spilled, tears shed, and hearts broken in this sport. This is the reason that boxers have to be highly conditioned to be great at this sport. I have been boxing for the last four years, and I for one can tell you that you have to be determined, and self-disciplined to be a boxer.

Does shaking aid bone disease?

Dear Dr. Donohue • I am a woman in her mid-60s who's been told that she's on the verge of osteoporosis. My doctor told me to take calcium, vitamin D and do weight-bearing exercise. I joined a gym. It has a machine that transfers to the body vibrations that are supposed to help osteoporosis. What do you think of this? And what does "weight-bearing" mean? — H.A.