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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: October 10, 2007

Live from New York

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 19, 2007

Walkers Log Nearly 6,000 Miles in 10 Weeks

More than 50 participants regularly logged their steps during AARP West Virginia’s Step Up to Better Health program this spring.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 15, 2007

The Online Gambler

The growing gaming industry is targeting older gamblers. But they're more at risk of addiction than others and they pay a higher price for the gamble.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 15, 2007

The Story of Maria N.

The growing gaming industry is targeting older gamblers. But they're more at risk of addiction than others and they pay a higher price for the gamble.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 12, 2007

What I Really Know About Marriage

The AARP Bulletin's "What I Really Know" column comes from our readers. Each month we solicit short personal essays on a selected topic and post some of our favorites in print and online. Below, reader Rosemary Wolbert of Sigel, Penn., shares what she really knows about marriage.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 8, 2007

Walking Techniques to Keep Up the Pace

Do you know how to walk? Don't be so sure your way is the right way to gain the most benefit from walking.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 8, 2007

Walking Shoes for Diabetics

Proper-fitting shoes are especially important if you have diabetes.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 7, 2007

Walk Your Way to Better Health

Walking - whether in the mall or in the park – is the most popular physical activity in the US. AARP talks about the benefits and gives safety tips.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 7, 2007

The Numerous Benefits of Walking

Walking reduces the risk of many diseases and helps to control existing conditions. You never knew walking had so many benefits.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 5, 2007

Make Walking a Way of Life

Walking can be a part of everyday life for overall health.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: June 5, 2007

Walk to Improve Your Strength

Walk to boost your strength and help control the effects of aging on bones and muscles.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: May 31, 2007

When Comfort Counts: Choosing a Walking Shoe

With today’s exercise focus on walking, you need shoes that are comfortable. Here are ten tips to finding shoes that fit.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: May 31, 2007

Smart Moves: Walking Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs

Try these simple warm-ups before starting out on that walk. And cool down afterwards.

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Subchannel: Activities & Hobbies. Date: May 23, 2007

What Every Citizen Needs to Know

An exciting way to study history is now being used in 45 schools around the country. Historical documents are accessible to future voters who are developing their own view of our country’s past events and leaders.

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