A doctor visit before DIY weight loss
Friday, April 17, 2009 - 18:21
in Health & Medicine
Some with heart, diabetes or weight issues may need tests before they can rely on exercise and diet. If you don't have that much weight to lose, are relatively young, don't have a disability and are in overall good health, you can probably safely skip the doctor's visit. If you're severely overweight or have diabetes or a family history of heart disease, you should check in with a doctor before getting that heart rate too high.
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