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Write essay; get fit
posted October 20th, 2008Ready for a lifestyle makeover? Grab a pen or computer.
LIVE FOR LIFE is holding an essay contest, “Eat Wise and Exercise,” offering as one of its prizes a 10-week lifestyle makeover.
Here’s how it works:
In 500 words or less, explain why you or your department deserve a makeover. Essays will be accepted from Nov. 3-29.
The contest is part of the Eat Wise and Exercise program, which begins in January and focuses on getting in shape for the New Year.
To enter, click one of the links below or fax your essay to 919-684-1852. Essays also may be dropped off at the LIVE FOR LIFE office on the ground level of Duke South Clinic, Room 04290 in the Red Zone.
The individual essay contest winner will receive weekly consultations with a fitness specialist and nutritionist, a pair of athletic shoes, and a six-month membership to a Duke Fitness Club facility, among other prizes.
The winning department will receive presentations on nutrition, fitness and stress management, as well as exercise DVDs and a discount on athletic shoes. Departments entering the contest are limited to a minimum of eight and maximum of 15 Duke faculty and staff members.
Details: www.hr.duke.edu/eatwise