The bride's box, modest in size but elaborate in decoration, became the repository for keepsakes from the occasionâlace, ribbons, perhaps a bit of jewelry, or even pressed flow- ers from the bouquetâthe 18th Cen- tury's version of an album of wedding photos. The bride's box flourished as both a matrimonial custom and a cot-
Resting Heart Rate. For teenagers (age 13 to 19), a normal resting heart rate is anywhere between 60-100 beats per minute. Because of differences in teens' bodies and physiology, the range for an acceptable resting heart rate is much greater than for other age groups.
Valerie, 15, Manning, SC. Unfortunately, the average teenager probably isn't getting enough exercise. Teens should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily. For many teens, it might seem like an impossible task to get the recommended one hour a day, especially if you aren't exercising at all. Don't worry about going out there your first day exercising and making it to 60 minutes. Start with a doable chunk of time â say, 10 to 15 minutes a day â and gradually add more time to reach that one-hour goal.