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Working out on your own can be a drag. Once in a while you need an external motivator to encourage yourself to push yourself to your limit. Group classes offer motivation to get yourself moving and help you to stay on track to achieve your goals. If you haven’t experienced the thrill of successfully making it through a group exercise class, it’s about time you give it a try. There are many reasons why getting physically active with a group should be a part of your fitness program. http://bit.ly/2HuVDvj

Everybody is unique. When it comes to exercise, everyone’s abilities, needs, and requirements are different. That is why working with a certified personal trainer is one of the fastest, easiest, most successful ways to improve your health and fitness. If you don’t know which exercises are most effective for your goals, then it is wise to hire a personal trainer because they have the proper knowledge, education, training, and skills. With the aid of certified personal trainers, you can have assistance setting realistic goals and determine safe strategies to reduce the risk of injury while also providing the encouragement you need. http://bit.ly/2r6fWEo

If you haven’t managed to save up enough to make the best of your retirement, downsizing is a path you can take to unlock some much needed finances. Most retirees secure their retirement income through downsizing and moving to a smaller space that not only costs less to maintain, but is also located in an area that delivers more comfort and satisfaction. http://bit.ly/2r74qZD

The U.S. Declaration of Independence speaks about the “pursuit of happiness” as a universal right Everyone gets joy from different things, whether it’s family, friends, activities, entertainment or work. But what people might not realize is that where you live may also determine how happy you are. http://bit.ly/2r7u93Z

Dandelions are the king of the lawn jungle. The name dandelion means, “Tooth of the lion” referring to the tooth-like leaves on the base of the plant. Dandelions are the most recognized lawn weed because they are so easy to find with their bright yellow flower and grey puffballs, and they seem to be all over the place! Remember, April showers bring May flowers, yes a bunch of dandelions. What can we do to get rid of “the king” of lawn weeds? http://bit.ly/2r54qcp

With its simple moves, upbeat music and rhythm, and countless health benefits, it’s not surprising that everyone loves Zumba. With a combination of Latin and International dance styles, forms, and music, the choreography in Zumba is inspired from various elements of Salsa, Samba, belly dancing, hip-hop and more. Zumba fitness classes create unique dance styles which are easy to follow even for absolute beginners. Because the workout is simple, fun, and exciting, it makes you groove on your own while doing wonders for your health and well-being. http://bit.ly/2r8wfkm

Shocks and struts prevent a vehicle from bouncing too much and provides a smoother ride. Overtime, they become worn out like any other car parts. It is important to understand the early warning signs of faulty struts and shocks to prevent danger and costly auto repairs. Have your car checked by a certified mechanic as soon as you notice the following signs: http://bit.ly/2HtwAc6

Employee engagement is necessary for increasing productivity in any company. Employees who are actively participating in company activities manifest a clear commitment and dedication to work. While the work space is often overlooked, it can also be regarded as imperative to creating an efficient and creative place to work which can often reflect the kind of performance expected by the workforce. http://bit.ly/2r4GR3A

Corporate interiors make an office set-up look a lot more professional and sophisticated. It also provide a conducive environment for workers, inspiring them to become more active and productive in their work. A well-designed office interior also present a better, more successful first impression for your clients and staff. http://bit.ly/2r5OiHA

Many people experience a wide range of back pain symptoms. Some common back pain culprits include: Back strains and sprains. When you make a sudden movement or overdo it by trying to lift or move objects that are too heavy, a back strain or sprain can occur. This type of back injury typically causes pain that gets worse with movement. http://bit.ly/2HtpwMC

Employee Benefit News (EBN) reports that back pain relief is gaining popularity as a wellness plan offering. Nearly half of Americans suffer from musculoskeletal disorders such as back pain and the annual cost of treatment and absenteeism to employers is around $213 billion annually. Back pain accounts for 10% of healthcare costs and is a major cause of lost productivity. http://bit.ly/2r6BkJA

ElecComm continually looks to add new experienced or entry level talent to our expanding workforce. Our team is distributed throughout New England and we encourage applicants from surrounding states. ECC is a UWUA local 369 company. ECC takes pride in our team and offers a well-rounded benefits package that includes comprehensive medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, profit sharing plan, life and disability insurance as well as paid time off. http://bit.ly/2Hti1Fs

The purpose of the timing belt is to rotate the engine’s cam and crankshaft together to ensure that each cylinder fires at the right time. However, over time the timing belt will get worn out from exposure to different forces within the motor. Your engine won’t start if you have a defective timing belt. Replacing the timing belt should be done properly for a safer and smoother drive. http://bit.ly/2r4YArI

Digital printing can help you with custom-printing your cookbook. Whether you are creating custom cookbooks for business, a family keepsake, fund raising, or event memorabilia, cookbook printing from Country Press can give you fast and flexible options that are guaranteed high quality to get the attention of your target market. With digital printing, cookbooks can achieve various design possibilities with full color and gradation and can be completed faster without using plates. http://bit.ly/2r3XZX4

About a third of all homes in Massachusetts are dependent upon septic systems, rather than municipal sewer. These include some of the toniest suburbs all the way down the Cape. While the month of April brings the start of the busy spring real estate market, it also brings lots of rain which can wreak havoc with older septic systems and their leaching fields. Most buyers and their Realtors recoil at the words “Title V” and “fail” and for good reason. The cost to replace a failed septic system can be exorbitant, running upwards of $50,000 in some cases. http://bit.ly/2r2NVgZ

Whether you're building a new septic system or upgrading an existing one, there are Title 5 requirements in Massachusetts that apply to new construction. Title 5 requirements must be followed in order to prevent damage to the environment and to protect the health of the public. It is always the system owner's responsibility to ensure things are done in accordance with Title 5 regulations. Your local Board of Health can answer any questions you have if you are having a Title 5 system built or expanded. They are the primary regulatory authority for new construction. http://bit.ly/2HxELnN

I used to be a school teacher, and how I got into basement crack repair wasn't a straight line for me. As a kid I always loved having a business going, may it be lawn mowing jobs. I got too many jobs and had kids mowing lawns for me. That was when I was about 11. http://bit.ly/2r2XYTl

At Abberly Square you will experience exceptional living, squarely within reach. Residents will have an array of options to choose from including one, two, and three bedroom apartments ranging in size from 715 to nearly 1,500 spacious square feet. With 19 large, unique floor plans, we have a something for all lifestyles. http://bit.ly/2r2bcj3

Join Anne Wickham Smith on Monday April 30 , 2018 at Hancock Shaker Village and Sat. May 5 at West Stockbridge. 9:30- 10:30 Cost is $15. Bring lunch and materials and paint until noon. Join us for lunch at noon followed by positive critique. Anne Smith produced new business presentations, multi-media shows, went on to do films and videos for a variety of clients, and then in 1986 founded Annie Productions, a film production company on Newbury Street in Boston. Anne took some oil painting lessons in 2004, and was hooked. She rented a studio in the South End of Boston on Harrison Avenue in 2005, and stayed another 12 years. She left Harrison Avenue to dedicate herself to be out painting in the landscape and expanded to a second studio in Lenox, Ma in the Berkshires. http://bit.ly/2Htoctb

Deciding when to take the home-buying plunge can be tough. For military members and their families, the unique nature of their service often adds a new layer of consideration. http://bit.ly/2HsXUr2

On the island-dotted coast between Charleston and Savannah lies a Lowcountry gem. The South Carolina town of Beaufort, at the east end of Port Royal Island, combines Southern warmth and a history as piquant as Beaufort stew. Founded three centuries ago, downtown Beaufort is a National Landmark Historic District, with restored 18th- and 19th-century buildings that live today as family housing and retail space. http://bit.ly/2r35PjB

The scenario A contractor knocks on your door unannounced and offers to sealcoat your asphalt driveway on the spot. He tells you about the great deal you’ll get but fails to mention that he’ll be using watered-down sealant or used motor oil. How to spot the scam Sealcoat is an emulsion of coal tar or asphalt, water, and a fine aggregate like silica sand. If the contractor at your door doesn’t have a tank that’s actively mixing the sealcoating material, send him on his way. Other tip-offs to a problem beyond the cold call include the fact that his truck has an out-of-state license plate and his claims that the job can be done only “today.” http://bit.ly/2Hum8kO

A large regional hospital on the east coast of Florida was experiencing mechanical failures to multiple chillers through out the facility causing the chilled water temperature in the building to rise. A competitor of American Spot Cooling and Power Rental had promised a rental chiller but couldn’t deliver at the last minute. Fortunately, our Florida sales representative was able to line up a 400 ton air cooled chiller right away, and within 6 hours of the initial call the hospital was back up and running - despite the space constraints calling for tight positioning of the chiller and space to run hose without blocking hospital egress. http://bit.ly/2HYm2i8

Temperatures can rise up to 110 Fahrenheit in Miami-area restaurant kitchens with continuous cooking and grilling activity. Heat often gets trapped in these enclosed kitchen spaces, especially since most commercial kitchen space is cramped with equipment and employees. Often the central air conditioning system can’t keep up with heat generated and does not sufficiently cool the space. Miami-area restaurant owners use American Spot Cooling's rental equipment to supplement their central AC units when they fail or when they can't keep up with the cooling demand within the kitchen space. http://bit.ly/2HvCe9N

Many schools in Providence are faced with challenges when it comes to HVAC cooling and power. School systems have a tight budget, so making large purchases is hard to do. However, rental HVAC and power solutions offer administrators cost saving solutions while maintaining a consistent and comfortable learning environment. Whether it's a power outage, scheduled maintenance to an existing HVAC system, or that the current systems are out of date and can't handle the load, schools can rely on rental solutions from American Spot Cooling. http://bit.ly/2HZxJFx

Outdoor venues are the site of choice for holding social or corporate events during spring and summer. Large tents are commonly used to serve as protection from the elements and ambience in the open while the affair is in progress. Although these tents can shelter your attendees and guests from the heat of the sun, it's not shelter enough to keep them cool and comfortable throughout the entire proceeding. Coordinators rent portable air-conditioners in Houston, TX to maintain the temperature under the tent. http://bit.ly/2FifWGs

In any healthcare facility, but especially in hospitals, clean and efficient cooling is an essential element of infection control and overall quality health care. The well-being of patients, staff, and the temperature of life saving equipment can be compromised if the air conditioning system fails to deliver cooled and clean air. In order to deliver high quality conditioned air, in-house HVAC systems must be maintained and eventually replaced over-time. Many Hartford hospitals wisely choose to rent portable air conditioners during system maintenance or during unplanned outages. http://bit.ly/2HuXaNU

Today's discussion touches on the subject of 24/7emergency response to your rental spot cooling needs. If you are a faithful reader of our blog you've read about the wide variety of commercial spot cooling services that we provide to Boston area business owners. You've read about spot cooling for Boston shipyards, spot cooling for Boston schools, spot cooling Boston construction sites, and spot cooling Boston weddings and special events. These are just to name a few. http://bit.ly/2I1nHno

Spot cooling is an essential service for film producers and film sets in and around the greater New York City area. Almost all equipment used to film large-scale productions is governed by specific ambient air temperature parameters. This is why it is extremely important to have reliable spot cooling equipment on your New York-area film set. Portable spot cooling rentals here in New York are the perfect option because they are quiet, attractive, dependable, and cost-effective. These rental coolers and chillers can be used as a main source of cooling for on-location productions or as a back-up source of cooling when your film set's HVAC can't handle the cooling demand of your Boston studio and equipment. http://bit.ly/2Flg3kQ

Baton Rouge ship building and maintenance yards face many heat and humidity challenges throughout the life cycle of the project. Shipbuilding and maintenance is a precise industry with most elements of ship construction and maintenance requiring adherence to very specific temperature and humidity specifications. Heat and humidity levels within the ship building working space can have dramatic effect on the quality of construction services. http://bit.ly/2I5nWOl

Maintaining the proper industrial environment for Atlanta-area data warehouses requires strategic climate control for both temperature and humidity. From the outside, if you don’t look too closely, data warehouses are the most basic of facilities: essentially four walls with few if any interior walls. It’s the concentrated housing of high-heat producing equipment that sets data warehouses apart from all other working space in terms of environmental control demand. http://bit.ly/2I1Mg3B

Today's discussion touches on the subject of 24/7emergency response to your rental spot cooling needs. If you are a faithful reader of our blog you've read about the wide variety of commercial spot cooling services that we provide to Atlanta area business owners. You've read about spot cooling for Atlanta tent events, spot cooling for Atlanta area hospitals, spot cooling Atlanta office space, and spot cooling Atlanta restaurant and Bars. These are just to name a few. http://bit.ly/2HxcGsD

In any healthcare facility, but especially in hospitals, clean and efficient cooling is an essential element of infection control and overall quality health care. The well-being of patients, staff, and the temperature of life saving equipment can be compromised if the air conditioning system fails to deliver cooled and clean air. In order to deliver high quality conditioned air, in-house HVAC systems must be maintained and eventually replaced over-time. Many Hartford hospitals wisely choose to rent portable air conditioners during system maintenance or during unplanned outages. http://bit.ly/2Fj2IZZ

Power outages are common in Boston due to the unpredictable weather. Not only that, the weather here can become extreme and cause major damages to properties and power lines. It is highly recommended for businesses to have backup generators in the event of unexpected power loss. However, backup generators can be unreliable during downtime if they are not maintained properly. Load bank testing should be performed on generator sets at least twice per year to ensure that they can handle power outages. http://bit.ly/2FfjPfr

Brewgaloo, the second largest craft beer festival in the United States, is coming to downtown Raleigh for two great events on April 27 and April 28. If you live in an apartment in Raleigh, NC this is a great way to finish off NC Beer Month. http://bit.ly/2FiuSEv

You'll feel right at home in the unparalleled elegance of Abberly Green! Experience the Serenity of Green. Now Leasing luxury 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes in a resort-style neighborhood setting. At Abberly Green, it's not just our minutes-from-Lake Norman location that leaves people nearly speechless, it is our luxurious features -- like beautifully crafted architectural details, resort-style pool, expansive spaces with abundant light, and our state-of-the-art fitness center. The easy commute will give you plenty of extra time to unwind. You'll feel right at home in the unparalleled elegance of Abberly Green! http://bit.ly/2HZxdHB

There’s no need to leave your furry friend behind at your apartment in Charlotte, NC during patio season. These watering holes invite owners to lap up local suds with their pups in tow. http://bit.ly/2Fh6kvG

Most likely your home is your biggest asset. It’s also your biggest expense. Unfortunately when it comes to retirement planning, the family home is often last on the list of later-in-life changes. http://bit.ly/2I0puZz

A white picket fence surrounding a house with 2.4 children, a dog, a cat, a station wagon. This is the American dream. But owning your own home might not be so dreamy as you approach retirement. In fact, since 1990 homeownership has been decreasing among 55- to 64-year-olds, a trend which experts suggest is likely to continue in the coming years. http://bit.ly/2Ffjklz

A white picket fence surrounding a house with 2.4 children, a dog, a cat, a station wagon. This is the American dream. But owning your own home might not be so dreamy as you approach retirement. In fact, since 1990 homeownership has been decreasing among 55- to 64-year-olds, a trend which experts suggest is likely to continue in the coming years. http://bit.ly/2I1LQdx

Business owners don't need another reason for a sleepless night, but here's a big one: in our experience, nearly 80 percent of businesses are not covered against potentially business-ending lawsuits and catastrophic losses. That's because they fail to add commercial excess and umbrella insurance to their coverage package. The reality is that when it comes to protecting businesses, umbrella coverage is a necessity, not an option. http://bit.ly/2HvwHQk

You can feel the gradual change in temperature as hotter and more humid days approach... Although outdoor events are preferable during this season, you don't want the hot and sweaty temperatures inside the event tents. Formal events like weddings can go wrong when your guests are uncomfortable. If you are looking for an effective tent cooling solution, rent outdoor AC units. http://bit.ly/2HZN9JM

Corporate events can be challenging to organize, especially when there is a large number of guests and an extensive range of seminars and topics that need to be integrated.. Integrating varieties of stimulating and exciting Audio and Visual aids is essential in order to keep the guests engaged and participating throughout the entire proceeding. Choosing an event supplier that carries the complete production services for corporate events makes it easy and convenient to coordinate a large scale business affair. http://bit.ly/2FigVq1

More and more people are participating in Group Kick classes because this full-body workout targets cardiovascular endurance and muscular toning. Since kickboxing is a very intense, vigorous type of exercise, you’ll need to be bring motivation and intensity to each workout so you can achieve faster and better results. Also, this workout offers a large variety of movements and sequences from boxing, martial arts, and aerobics which is why many individuals find it fun and engaging. By performing exercise routines that are diverse and challenging, you are more likely to stick with the program. http://bit.ly/2Fh7qYx

If you are working in an industry that deals with delicate electronics, static discharge can be one of the most expensive and dangerous risks to components. Moreover, if you fail to adequately protect products and components from the risks of static discharge during transportation and storage, you will end up with extensive loss and lower return on investment. To protect your electronic devices and components from mechanical and electrostatic damage, using anti-static polyethylene bags is your best solution. http://bit.ly/2HvI5fa

Malibu Furniture is made from a High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) which is a recyclable plastic. We pride ourselves on producing a product that is` not only beautiful and durable – but also helps our environment. http://bit.ly/2I0s5D7

People often take long road trips during the warmer weather. However, it is highly recommended to get regular auto maintenance first prior to using it for a long drive. Have your certified mechanic perform a thorough inspection in order to repair issues that require immediate attention. It is advisable to get your car for servicing at least a month ahead of your summer trip. This is enough time to consider and schedule car repairs in case there are issues that might come up during an evaluation. http://bit.ly/2HZM9W2

Once a month, we will take a deeper dive into one of my favorite charts. The chart of the month will range from core investment philosophies to timely events. Overall, the goal of this series is to give investors a greater understanding of what goes can impact an investment portfolio. http://bit.ly/2FhOg4y

When I started college, the total cost of a year of school at Bryant University was roughly $32,000 (which did not include books). 11 years later, that same institution costs over $50,000 a year. Inflation is the basic economic concept that prices of goods and services rise over time and therefore the buying power of your dollar today will be less tomorrow. If you think about your first car, how much money did it take to fill the car up? Are you paying the same amount today or more? Inflation is the silent killer in any retirement plan, but inflation works differently in retirement. http://bit.ly/2HZLAM1

Let’s say you’re driving down the highway then suddenly, a pristine BMW whizzes by you. You sigh and think to yourself how nice it must be to drive a car like that. I get it, it’s nice to have nice things. As a financial advisor I have no problem with clients that want or buy nice things. However, I have seen too many people take on too much debt or overextend themselves trying to live a lifestyle out of their means. This kind of lifestyle always catches up with them. http://bit.ly/2HYH8gm