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Fun Fall Activities to Stay Moving

by Together Counts PartnerSeptember 12, 2013

Summer is over, school is in full swing, and it’s so tempting to curl up on the couch with a vat of popcorn and the remote. Resist the call of […]

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The Benefits of Structured Physical Activity for Early Childhood Programs

by Together Counts PartnerSeptember 5, 2013

Structured physical activities are usually led by a qualified adult and include organized sports, guided play, and school PE programs. Structured activities are important throughout a person’s life, but they […]

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5 Ways to Jump into an Active Summer!

by Together Counts PartnerAugust 9, 2013

During summer vacation, kids have an unlimited amount of free time, and it can be difficult to think of ways to keep them active.  The U.S. Department of Health and […]

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Easing into Exercise Habits

by Together Counts PartnerJuly 23, 2013

For the beginning exerciser, learning how to fit physical activity into our already busy lives can feel overwhelming. As fitness professionals, we need to be creative in helping our clients overcome […]

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Celebrate Summer Outdoors

by Together Counts PartnerJune 27, 2013

My kids have recently discovered the fun world of camping – even better, you don’t have to go far, to sleep under the stars. Backyard camping is a fun way […]

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Walking with Friends

by Together Counts PartnerJune 19, 2013

When you hear the term 4G you might think it’s in relation to the speed of a phone, but that’s the exact opposite of what I mean when I say […]

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Moving to Music: Making Exercise Fun!

by Together Counts PartnerJune 6, 2013

Think back to the last time you danced. Not a little side-to-side swaying when you’re in a good mood, but a full-body boogie that put a smile on your face, […]

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The Summertime Activities Kids Never Outgrow

by Together Counts PartnerMay 24, 2013

Raising kids on the Jersey shore, where the day can change from sunny to GRAB THE FOOD and RUN FOR THE CAR in a matter of minutes, planning out our […]

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What to Eat Before, During and After Exercise

by Together Counts PartnerMay 14, 2013

Overall, eating plans are great, but what you choose to eat for optimal performance and results before, during and after workouts is of equal importance. The following tips will help […]

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5 Ways to Celebrate National Physical Education and Sport Week

by Together Counts PartnerMay 1, 2013

May 1 – 7 is National Physical Education and Sport Week, a nationwide celebration supported by the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, emphasizing the value of […]

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