Article: Martial arts can add kick to your workout.(Health & Fitness)

Byline: Susan Stevens Daily Herald Health Writer

Liz Krueger never thought she'd be the type to earn a black belt. The 66-year-old attorney only attended the martial arts class because a client kept inviting her.

But once she saw she could throw an athletic, 20-year-old man flat on his back, Krueger was hooked. Now she credits her regular hapkido sessions with keeping her fit, flexible and relaxed despite arthritic knees and a hectic work schedule.

"Physically, the deep breathing and the exercise has just made a tremendous difference in my life," said Krueger, who lives in Villa Park. "Now it seems like I get twice as much done in half as much ...

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