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...says Arthur Kuo, a biomedical engineer at the University of Michigan, who co-wrote an article on the brace that appeared in Science last month. But Donelan's device pays off in other ways. Using the same principles that allow hybrid cars to recycle energy created in braking, braces worn on both knees can generate 5 watts of electricity by harvesting the energy inherent in a walker's stride. That may not sound like much, but it's enough to charge 10 cell phones, and it's absolutely free. "People like the idea of generating their own power," says Donelan...
...impact” because they are easy on the joints, combine various styles of dance with aerobics for stretching, light cardio, and muscle training. ZUMBA!, one of the new classes this semester, came about after a whopping five instructors received certification for ZUMBA! fitness instruction. Unlike worn-down Life-Sci TFs, these teachers are actually excited for extra sections. “I can express myself and feel completely natural,” said Sirad H. Adbilahi, a ZUMBA!licious dance instructor. But you don’t need to be in touch with your inner yogie to take these...
...Soph, Midler passes along some folk wisdom for the business that we call show: "Find your light. They can't love you if they don't see you." Bette has been radiating that light for nearly four decades; you'd think she'd be worn out by now. But The Showgirl Must Go On displays the sexy sexagenarian at the top of her form. There's simply no one who can match Midler as a full-service mesmerizer - all-singing, all-talking, all heart and soul. Here's a sure thing for high rollers: Go to Vegas...
...freeze to death,” he quipped. “How Darwinian.” His dry, somewhat misanthropic sarcasm provided a refreshing contrast to the otherwise sappy holiday. As with any indie show, tight jeans and black plastic glasses were omnipresent. In this case, however, they were worn almost entirely by older (read: post-collegiate) people. This is partially because the Magnetic Fields have been around since the mid-nineties, but it also seems to be a function of the venue. Somerville Theater has found a unique niche market, catering to a somewhat older demographic with established indie...
...regularly attend church. Held in Appleton Chapel instead of the larger sanctuary, the service is shorter and less tied to liturgy. The worship features contemporary music and a more informal homily. Page dresses informally, usually in jeans, and dons a stole—a long vestment worn over the shoulders—only for the Eucharist...