Disease Prevention Workout

By boosting your heart rate, encouraging a light sweat, and rooting out any pockets of tension in the body, the following exercises prevent the immune system from going full-throttle -- and keep the body out of a state of chronic inflammation. To maximize the inflammation-reducing benefits of this workout, complete three sets of the series, twice a week. For more of a challange, use a set of 2- to 3-pound hand weights to help develop lean muscle mass.