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contexts > human activities > exercise

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exercise  

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  • Exercise is a type of behavior that has many purposes and forms designed to fulfill specific health outcomes. Exercise can serve to enhance physical appearance, prevent illness, or stimulate the mind, all through a variety of forms (e.g., jogging, walking, and swimming). [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Communication; Exercise]

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