Marilyn Egan takes her daughter's inline skates out for a spin in Plattsburgh. Egan has been inline skating for a year. Staying active clears your mind and gives you energy, Egan says. Adults need at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week, in addition to muscle-strengthening activities, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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