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The facts about running with minimalist footwear
By Ronald Armenti D.P.M. and Kenneth G. Swan Jr. M.D. Walking and running have evolved over the years, as has our footwear. Some of the newest footwear available, known as “minimalist,” was developed after studying runners from more developed nations and comparing them to runners from Kenya, typically barefoot runners, and runners from Mexico, known…
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Don’t let stress and emotional eating combine to weigh you down
By Dr. Ira Shapiro You’re probably tired of hearing the same old bad news. But, here it is again. More than two-thirds of all adults in the United States are overweight and nearly 100 million American adults and children are obese by today’s standards. In addition, the simple fact is you probably spend more time…
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CentraState offers healthy eating class for kids
CentraState Healthcare System, in conjunction with Get Moving-Get Healthy New Jersey, is offering an interactive food class,“Adventures in Eating for Kids: Sensational Sauces & Pizza,” on Aug. 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Health Awareness Center, 901 W. Main St., Freehold. A registered nurse/cooking instructor will teach children ages 8 and up…
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Eat early & eat often
Lose weight by eating more frequently? Yes, here’s how By Bev Bennett CTW Features How often do you snack? Once a day? Twice? At least twice a day is the magic number for nearly half the population.That’s according to a recent article in Food Technology magazine, published by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), Chicago.…
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milestones
Kochie–Entralgo Steffanie Kochie, Blake Entralgo I vette and Carl Rossi of Old Bridge and Keith Kochie of Queens, N.Y., announce the engagement of their daughter, Steffanie Anne Kochie, to Blake Daniel Entralgo, son of Roger Entralgo of Houston, Texas, and Sydney Caughron, also of Houston. The future bride graduated from Old Bridge High School and…
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Tickets available for bus trip to Bally’s
Sayreville United Methodist Women will sponsor an Aug. 18 bus trip to Bally’s Atlantic City Resort Casino. The bus will depart at 11 a.m. from the Sayreville Senior Citizens Center parking lot, Main Street. Return will be at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $28 each, with a $15 voucher in return. To reserve, call 732-432-9072 or…
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‘Grease’ will close Plays-in-Park season
Middlesex County’s Plays-in-the-Park, located in Roosevelt Park, Edison, will conclude its 50th season of musicals with a production of “Grease” set for 8:30 p.m. Aug. 1-11, with no show Aug. 5. The show is directed by John Menter, choreographed by Amanda Grace and musically directed by Larry Rothweiler. Tickets may be purchased on the night…
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Free concerts on tap at four county parks
The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders will continue its free summer concert series with performances in four county parks. All events are free of charge and open to the public. The upcoming concert schedule is as follows: Aug. 5, 6-7:30 p.m. — The George Krauss Memorial Band, Warren Park Mini Theater, Florida Grove…
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Oldies Dance planned for Aug. 17 at Knights
The next Knights of Columbus monthly Rock ’n’ Roll Oldies Dance is set for 8-11 p.m. Aug. 17 at Knights of Columbus No. 4815 Council Hall, 61 Pine St., Old Bridge. The event will feature music by a DJ and dancing to the oldies. Admission is $10 per person and includes coffee, tea, soda and…
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