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Don't Hibernate! Stay active this winter


Just because the temperature has dropped and the days are shorter, you don’t have to hibernate this winter. While Northeast winters can be challenging, the winter season also provides a variety of opportunities for being active.

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Fast Facts
There are many ways you can remain active in the winter. Here's some calorie counts per hour for common winter activities:
  • Snowshoeing: 545
  • Cross-country skiing: 550
  • Ice skating: 375
  • Downhill skiing: 408
  • Sledding: 475

Source: https://www.osun.org

Looking for a heart healthy way to eat? Travel to the Mediterranean


While a vacation to the Mediterranean could be good for your health, adopting some of the key eating habits of this region could be just as beneficial, without the cost of airfare.

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