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I'd like to find an exercise program that works my spine, arms, and legs. I just don't have time to get all three in three-to-four times a week at the gym. What can you suggest?

Many people are using a gym or Swiss ball to get an all around body fitness workout. Depending on the exercise you do, you can work on deep or surface muscles in the spine. Depending on where you place the ball you can activate various abdominal muscles. And weights can be hand held or wrapped around the wrists or ankles for a greater work out to the arms and legs.

There are many videos available for home use. May we suggest some products developed by physical therapists with a knowledge and understanding of the latest research regarding anatomy, biomechanics, and movement? Try Orthopedic Physical Therapy Products at http://www.optp.com for several different products available.

Other exercise options include yoga and T'ai Chi. There are several different types of each with varying degrees of exertion. Yoga has more of a resistance training element. T'ai Chi emphasizes balance and coordination.

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