The Korea Herald/Asia News Network Wednesday, Apr 25, 2012

Lady Gaga was spotted practicing her dance routines with her dance team this week at the fitness center of a hotel in southern Seoul by a hotel guest.

At the aerobics room in a hotel fitness center, on the fourth floor of the hotel, the pop star seemed to be going through the performances she will showcase at the upcoming concert, the witness told The Korea Herald. The hotel's fitness center was renovated in December last year.

Lady Gaga is staying in the hotel's presidential suite on the 17th floor, the most expensive room in the hotel, priced at 4.8 million won ($4,200) per night. Numerous international VIPs including soprano Jo Su-mi and pop star Mariah Carey have stayed in the presidential suite.

The 200-square-meter room has a bedroom, living room, dining room and kitchen as well as a separate meeting room, and is decorated with masterpieces by renowned artists such as Roy Lichtenstein and Pablo Picasso.

Several fans were at the lobby on Wednesday, chatting excitedly with one another while hoping to see the pop star.

"We followed her from the airport so we all know that she is here. I actually saw her here on Sunday. I just saw all of her dancers going out for a rehearsal, but her security guard went back up, so we are guessing that she is still upstairs. But it is raining very hard so she might not come down," said 15-year-old Justin Chan.

"I can't go to the concert, so I am here. There were more fans here on Sunday, all under-aged, aged between 12 to 17," he added, showing the photo he took with his star.

He brought a letter, actually two, just in case one fails to reach her, asking if she could do something so that underaged fans could see the concert as well.

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The Clay County Health Departments Senior Aerobics Program celebrated its 15th anniversary Thursday.

The Program began in April of 1997 as Moving With the Big Bands, and has been going strong ever since.

These classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Clay County Health Department from 12:15 to 1 p.m., There is no charge, they are open to all members of the public age 55 and older.

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, by 2030, there will be over 70 million people in the U.S. over the age of 65 and those 85 years old and older will be the fastest growing segment of the population.

Whatever a persons age though, exercise can raise their level of health and fitness.

Exercise provides numerous health benefits to older adults, including increased energy, reduced joint stiffness, improved flexibility, strength and balance.

Regular exercise also has been shown to improve blood pressure, diabetes, lipid profile, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and neurocognitive function.

Despite these facts, up to 75-percent of older adults are insufficiently active to achieve these health benefits.

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DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire -04/23/12)- Cooper Aerobics today unveiled its new website, cooperaerobics.com, giving visitors the health and wellness information they need to Get Cooperized. Getting Cooperized is at the heart of all things Cooper -- eight diverse entities dedicated to helping people make good health a habit to live better, both sooner and later. Through the new website, visitors can access free health tips, learn about each entity's programs and services, and find our two locations through one user-friendly portal.

"Our new website more accurately reflects the strength of the Cooper Aerobics brand and our world-renowned services," said Tyler Cooper, MD, MPH, President and CEO of Cooper Aerobics Enterprises. "Visitors from around the world can find all of the information they need to adopt a healthy-living mindset, improving their quality and quantity of life."

The new homepage showcases the Get Cooperized tagline at the center of one circle that is formed by integrating eight individual circles, each representing a Cooper entity. This reflects how the Cooper organization works to create one unified, well-rounded approach to health, fitness, nutrition and life.

"For the first time, we are able to visually show how the Cooper Aerobics brand is made up of eight individual units working together as one to help people Get Cooperized," said Amy George, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Cooper Aerobics. "We are confident that there is something for everyone at Cooper. And our website represents our broad services, whether you're looking to schedule a comprehensive physical exam, book a hotel room, enhance your exercise routine or find a new recipe."

Through rich content, user-focused design and social media integration, the site provides access to the latest research-based health information. Easy to navigate sections for each Cooper entity feature a live feed from the Cooper Aerobics' Facebook page, giving visitors the most up-to-date information available. The website also includes a "Buzz" section dedicated to showcasing the latest updates from all of the official Cooper Aerobics social media channels, encouraging visitors to connect with Cooper.

In the Health Tips section, free health articles and videos from Cooper experts cover the topics of preventive medicine, nutrition, exercise, supplementation and stress. Visitors can also sign up for The Cooperized e-newsletter, distributed twice a month, to receive new articles and tips via email.

Cooper Aerobics worked with Dallas-based agencies of record Commerce House and Insite to design and develop the site.

For more information about Cooper Aerobics and the services offered, visit cooperaerobics.com.

About Cooper AerobicsFounded in 1970 by Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, Cooper Aerobics in Dallas serves as the headquarters for seven health and wellness companies and a research and education nonprofit, The Cooper Institute. Cooper Aerobics is the health and wellness resource that bases its recommendations on its world-leading body of data and expertise. Through the array of services Cooper offers, millions have been inspired to make good health a habit, helping improve their quality and quantity of life. Cooper Aerobics challenges people to Get Cooperized by adopting a healthy living mindset and following eight health guidelines developed by Dr. Cooper. A second location is located at Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas. For more information, call 866.906.2667 (COOP) or visit cooperaerobics.com.

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Three new classes will be offered at OJC during summer semester in the new Fitness Center facility. Body Bar and Step Class will be offered on Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Aerobics will be offered on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-12:50 p.m. and Zumba will be offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m.

Summer semester at OJC begins on Monday, June 4.

PED 112010 - Body Bar and Step Class is strength, toning and cardio fitness workout accompanied by music. The course utilizes a Body Bar which is a one-piece weighted fitness bar encased in high quality easy grip rubber for a secure and comfortable grip. Students enrolled in the class will work on improving muscular strength, enhancing muscle tone, improving cardio endurance and increasing flexibility.

The course will be taught by Lisa Bamber, a NETA certified instructor and is being offered on Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Fitness Center Aerobics Room 102. The first day of class will be June 4.

PED 217010 Aerobics is a cardio and toning class that will utilize an interval workout designed to burn calories along with kicking and punching combos, strength training and cardio burst training.

The course will be taught by Janet Carrillo and is being offered on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-12:50 p.m.in the Fitness Center Aerobic Room 102.

PED 233010 Zumba is a dance/exercise class that incorporates salsa, meringue, cumbia, belly dancing, flamenco, tango, samba and hip hop for a total cardio workout. The course will begin on June 5 and will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. in OJCs new Fitness Center. Leah Reed, long-time Zumba instructor, will teach the course and lead each session.

Summer semester at OJC begins on Monday, June 4. To register for these and other summer semester courses, stop by the OJC Student Services Center on south San Juan Ave. in La Junta or go online to http://www.ojc.edu/studentservices.aspx to register online.

For more information, contact OJC Student Services at 384-6831 or Kurt Long, OJC Fitness Center Director at 384-6916.

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6000 Mexicans preparing to dance their way into the record books.

A crowd of mostly women flocked to the capital city's Zocalo Square for the world's largest aerobics class.

Having cemented their place in history, organisers hope the participants will continue an active lifestyle.

Local authorities are looking to get people out of their houses to enjoy the great outdoors in the sprawling metropolis.

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6000 mexicanos se preparam para entrar danando no livro dos recordes.

Uma multido, na maioria mulheres, se dirigiu praa Zocalo no centro da capital, para participar na maior aula de aerbica do mundo.

Depois de garantir seu lugar na histria, os organizadores esperam que os participantes continuem a levar uma vida ativa.

Autoridades locais esto buscando formas de tirar as pessoas de casa para que possam aproveitar os grandes espaos externos da gigantesca metrpole.

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VISITORS to The Star Wellness & Fitness Showcase 2012 in Penang on April 7 and April 8 can indulge in myriad fun-filled activities and glean important pointers to ensure a lifetime of blessed health.

The inaugural event, to be held at Straits Quay in Tanjung Tokong from 7.30am to 10pm on both days, is expected to attract over 10,000 people, and will feature mass aerobics sessions, fitness and martial arts demonstrations, along with medical talks, health screenings and lucky draws for the public.

Speaking at the unveiling ceremony of the event logo at the retail marina complex yesterday, Star Publications (M) Bhd regional operations manager Chung Chok Yin pointed out that the event is in line with the governments efforts in promoting a healthy lifestyle.

As the peoples paper, we felt it would be good if we could help play a role in shaping a healthy community. We hope the programmes lined up will spur visitors to pay better attention to their well-being, and adopt a healthy lifestyle, he said.

Activities on the first day start with a mass line dance session at 7.30am at the seafront promenade with an estimated 300 participants.

This will be followed by a mass aerobics session at 8am, along with various martial arts and fitness demonstrations from 9am to 12.30pm.

There will be a series of health talks between 11am to 6pm, with topics like Yoga for Beauty and Slim Body, Stress Management, Heart Attack: How to Prevent and Survive It?, Breast Cancer Awareness, Understanding Cancer and Does My Child Have Autism?

From 6pm onwards, twinkle-toed performers will entertain the crowd with ballroom, Latin, Argentinian Tango, Bachata, Zumba and Bollywood dance demonstrations.

The showcases highlight takes place on the second day at 7.30am, where some 500 participants are expected to flex their muscles in the 3km Fun Family Walk around the Straits Quay vicinity.

It will be an enjoyable Sunday morning stroll for all in the family. Whats more, participants also stand to win lucky draw prizes, of which the main ones are sponsored by Takasima, added Chung.

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After the water aerobics class concluded on Wednesday, everyone enjoyed plates full of food at the annual spring potluck lunch.

Everyone brought a side dish, which filled an entire table, as hamburgers, cheeseburgers and hot dogs were cooked on the grill for everyone to enjoy.

The picnic tables, lounge chairs and anywhere else someone could grab a seat were full at the pool Wednesday as individuals socialized and caught up on each other's lives.

Sheelagh Knapp started attending water aerobic classes seven years ago at the Pine Island pool. She said she still attends as often as she can every week.

"It makes me feel good," Knapp said smiling.

She said the water aerobic class is good for her health and it has increased her strength.

Over the years, she has formed friendships with the other women who also attend the class, which is held every day Tuesday through Saturday. Knapp said the class is a good environment with a lot of nice people.

"We have gotten to know each other and we look out for each other," she said.

Another long-time attendee is Barbara Stepien. She has participated in the class for the past four seasons while she is here during the winter months.

"It is one big happy family," Stepien said about those who attend the class.

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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In a small study of Finnish women who had recently entered menopause, those who stuck to an aerobic exercise program for six months were less likely to report night sweats, mood swings and irritability than women who didn't exercise.

The study's authors say their results suggest exercise could serve as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy for quelling bothersome menopause symptoms.

"I would definitely recommend physical activity. I think that among all the options out there that it's probably the best thing for health and also symptoms of aging," said Steriani Elavsky, a professor at Penn State University, who was not involved in the new research.

In the years just after a woman reaches menopause, up to 80 percent may experience some or all of the most typical symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats, sleep disturbances, headache, depression, irritability, urinary problems and vaginal dryness.

Estrogen-based therapy can ease those symptoms, but concerns about health risks associated with the hormones have led many women and their physicians to shy away from that treatment.

Though not all studies have agreed, some earlier work has shown that exercise can help as well.

Dr. Riitta Luoto at the UKK Institute for Health Promotion Research in Tampere, Finland, and her colleagues found in a previous study that exercise helped to reduce the number of hot flashes women experienced.

In the latest study, published in the journal Menopause, the same team looked at other symptoms of menopause.

The researchers randomly assigned 74 recently menopausal women aged 45 to 63, all of whom were experiencing symptoms, to exercise 50 minutes a day, four days a week for 24 weeks. A comparison group of 77 women attended health lectures instead.

For the exercise group, at least two of the sessions each week had to involve walking, while the other two could include walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, aerobics or other activities.

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01-08-2008 11:27 Buy this and other workouts designed by FIRM Founder Anna Benson at http://www.fitnessfavorites.com With the approval of Gaiam Americas, Inc.; Fitness Favorites LLC is the exclusive manufacturer and distributor of all The FIRM Classic workouts (pre-2001). Creator of The FIRM methodology, Anna Benson designed this workout led by Janet Jones.

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08-11-2008 18:40 Watch Jeff win the singles competition of the 1987 Crystal Light National Aerobic Championship.

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