Fitness
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At least once a day (usually after fighting traffic) we note that this ever-loving state of ours is…packed to the gills! It’s easy to forget that it’s also packed with terrific things. This year, you, our readers, picked them—312 reasons to celebrate New Jersey’s brimming bounty.
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Best of Jersey 2010: Recreation
In the warmer months, there are no shortage of recreation activities offered in NJ. Our readers have a few unique choices of their own...along with some staple favorites.
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Getting Ready to 'Get Fit'
Starting this afternoon, I will be taking part in Get Fit New Jersey, a rigorous, 24-week fitness program at Life Time Athletic in Florham Park. Naturally, I spent the weekend stuffing my face with as much holiday chocolate and other goodies as possible.
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So, what's the deal with this fitness program anyway? How were these participants selected? What were their motivations? Just how intense is the regimen? Consult our fitness challenge overview for answers to all pressing questions.
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Keeping Kids Fit
Childhood obesity has reached epidemic levels. What’s a parent to do?
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Crossfit
For podiatrist Paul DeMarco, of Egg Harbor Township, CrossFit is a fun, different way to stay healthy.
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In The Spin
Lindsay Berra, of Montclair, has found Spinning the most satisfying workout for her needs.
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Getting His Kicks
Jordan Wolf, of Hillsdale, gets a kick out of his kickboxing fitness program.
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Flex Time
Need to strengthen and align your spine? Gyrotonic might be the workout for you. Renee Robeson, of Flemington, is a fan.
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Take a Seat
When it comes to staying in shape, the pilates chair is the only way to go for Kerry Patel, of Madison.
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Game On
When does playing video games constitute a workout? When Nintendo's Wii Fit is involved. Bill Fisher, of Collingswood, can exercise in the comfort of his living room.
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Unveiled Enthusiasm
Can belly dancing serve as a viable workout regimen? Erica Schirmer, of Clinton, sure thinks so.
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Let's Dance
Software engineer Sachin Koshal, of Jersey City, likes the high-energy, Latin rhythms of Zumba when he's working out.
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The Heat's On
Attorney Eileen O'Hern Luby, of Rumson, prefers Hot Yoga to most other workout options.
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Boot Camp
Princeton University program manager in applied and computational mathematics Howard Bergman, of Branchburg, enjoys the Boot Camp workout.
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10 Real Jersey Workouts
It's January—the time when many of us set course for improved health and fitness. Some just want to turn over a new leaf; others want a whole new body. Here's how ten real New Jerseyans work up a sweat in hopes of achieving their fitness goals.
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Getting Fit at Rutgers-Camden
Can a new fitness center kick-start Rutgers-Camden’s push for more on-campus residents?
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It’s one of those Why Didn’t I Think About It Before ideas.
moreBoot Camp in the ‘Burbs
It is 5:30 one sunny morning last week on the practice field next to Kinnelon High School, and Jeremie Guarderas is just warming up.
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