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The right pair of sneakers

The most important thing you need for Jazzercise is a good pair of sneakers. They can literally make or break you. A good pair of aerobic shoes should always provide two things; good stability to accommodate lateral movements and cushioning to absorb impact.

Here are some tips:
● Try on many brands and styles of athletic shoes before you make your purchase.
● Tell the salesperson you are “just looking” so you don’t feel pushed into buying.
● Wear the type of socks you workout in when you shop for workout shoes.
● Shop for shoes at the approximate time you have class.
● Jump around and do some Jazzercise moves, then walk around the store in the shoes for a while so you can get a feel for the shoes. Are the shoes comfortable? Do your feet tingle or fall asleep?
● Hold the shoe at the heel and toe and start twisting. The forefoot should bend with light resistance.
● Look for a sufficiently wide, firm heel to ensure ankle stability.
● Determine the composition of the “upper.” Leather, canvas, nylon or what? Firm leather will add greater support and durability to the shoe. Newer materials are lighter, breathe better and are equally or more durable.
● Make sure that the sole of the shoe compresses with pressure. Many manufacturers use “air”, “gels” and other methods to increase the impact-absorption properties of the shoes. Each has its own benefits.
● The sock liner should make the shoe feel comfortable, but it contributes little to absorbing impact. You can remove the sock liner and replace it with your own orthotic device or another sole for more impact absorption.
● Many good shoes are available in a moderate price range; you may not need the most expensive shoe, but the cheapest shoe may not offer adequate support or shock absorption.
● Proper cushioning is especially important for people with high arches and non-flexible feet, however, too much cushioning is not appropriate for people with flat or flexible feet.
● Overweight individuals may need a heavier shoe for added support and cushioning.
● If you Jazzercise 3 times/week, you’ll need shoes approximately every 4-6 month; sooner if you wear them to and from class or for other activities.
● If you are overweight or workout on a hard floor, you may need shoes more frequently.
● Buy your new athletic shoes before your old ones wear out, and alternate them during the transition period. You’ll be better able to determine when your old ones are “dead” and allow your feet to adjust slowly to your new ones.
● Wear your exercise shoes only when you are in class. Don’t wear them to and from class as dirt, oil and grime will break down your shoes very quickly.
● Take out the linings and let them air dry.

Cheryl Burke of "Dancing with the Stars" Pairs up with Jazzercise for 2012

We're so excited, we just can't hide it! After the successful launch of
Cheryl Burke apparel and the hot new Latin Live by Jazzercise DVD, Jazzercise will continue its partnership with Cheryl Burke into 2012.
Look for Cheryl to be featured in upcoming TV and print ad campaigns, online advertisements and on social media sites.

“Dance provides a unique, fun and effective total body workout,” said Burke. “I look forward to working with Jazzercise to promote the value and importance of health and fitness. Jazzercise has proven that its dance-based program increases your fitness level and lifts your mood.”

"We believe a partnership between Jazzercise and Cheryl Burke drives a compelling message of health and fitness to women of all ages,” said Jazzercise founder and President/CEO Judi Sheppard Missett. “Additionally, it spotlights the powerful and fun way that dance enhances fitness levels leading to an active, healthy lifestyle."

Be sure to vote for Cheryl & Rob on Dancing with the Stars

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Nutrition - 11 health foods to eat

Nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden has created several lists of healthful foods people should be eating but aren’t. But some of his favorites, like purslane, guava and goji berries, aren’t always available at regular grocery stores. I asked Dr. Bowden, author of “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth,” to update his list with some favorite foods that are easy to find but don’t always find their way into our shopping carts. Here’s his advice.

Beets: Think of beets as red spinach, Dr. Bowden said, because they are a rich source of folate as well as natural red pigments that may be cancer fighters.
How to eat: Fresh, raw and grated to make a salad. Heating decreases the antioxidant power.
Cabbage: Loaded with nutrients like sulforaphane, a chemical said to boost cancer-fighting enzymes.
How to eat: Asian-style slaw or as a crunchy topping on burgers and sandwiches.
Swiss chard: A leafy green vegetable packed with carotenoids that protect aging eyes.
How to eat it: Chop and saute in olive oil.
Cinnamon: May help control blood sugar and cholesterol.
How to eat it: Sprinkle on coffee or oatmeal.
Pomegranate juice: Appears to lower blood pressure and loaded with antioxidants.
How to eat: Just drink it.
Dried plums: Okay, so they are really prunes, but they are packed with antioxidants.
How to eat: Wrapped in prosciutto and baked.
Pumpkin seeds: The most nutritious part of the pumpkin and packed with magnesium; high levels of the mineral are associated with lower risk for early death.
How to eat: Roasted as a snack, or sprinkled on salad.
Sardines: Dr. Bowden calls them “health food in a can.” They are high in omega-3’s, contain virtually no mercury and are loaded with calcium. They also contain iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper and manganese as well as a full complement of B vitamins.
How to eat: Choose sardines packed in olive or sardine oil. Eat plain, mixed with salad, on toast, or mashed with dijon mustard and onions as a spread.
Turmeric: The “superstar of spices,” it may have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
How to eat: Mix with scrambled eggs or in any vegetable dish.
Frozen blueberries: Even though freezing can degrade some of the nutrients in fruits and vegetables, frozen blueberries are available year-round and don’t spoil; associated with better memory in animal studies.
How to eat: Blended with yogurt or chocolate soy milk and sprinkled with crushed almonds.
Canned pumpkin: A low-calorie vegetable that is high in fiber and immune-stimulating vitamin A; fills you up on very few calories.
How to eat: Mix with a little butter, cinnamon and nutmeg.