Gender and Age Group: Men, women and teenagers. This is one of only fitness centers that we've reviewed that has special programs for teens from 12 - 18 years old.

Motivation: They offer a certified personal trainer to help you with individual needs to set personalized goals.

Fitness Strategies: Strength training, aerobics, cardio, team sports.

Risk of Injury: Limited risk of injury if you follow instructions of trainers.

Nutritional Information: They offer a complete personal training program that takes into account nutritional information and will help you develop a diet plan.

Contact Info: To find a location nearest you, check out their web site at: http://www.24hourfitness.com

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4. Crostini and toppings. Crostini are just little pieces of toast; their original topping is chicken liver pate. However, you can really top them with anything. Use any type of small width bread (like a French baguette), slice, single layer on a cookie sheet, and cook for a few minutes in oven. Watch carefully so they don't burn. You may spread olive oil on these pieces of bread before toasting, but it's not necessary. Give your guests a selection of low fat toppings: - roasted red, yellow or orange peppers - diced tomato with basil - low fat or fat free mozarella sliced thin - roasted eggplant marinated in balsamic vinaigrette dressing - 1 can tuna or 1 package imitation crab mixed with low fat mayo and/or low fat sour cream, capers, salt and pepper to taste - low-fat cream cheese with black and green olives on top

5. Bread with dips. Healthy, hearty breads are pumpernickel and whole wheat rosemary. Buy bread freshly baked in unsliced loaves. Right before serving, rip off chunks of bread for dipping - a great thing to have kids help you do or even let your guests rip off their own pieces. Dips: - Warmed olive oil with fresh ground pepper (especially easy when you don't have a lot of time) - Prepared vinaigrettes made with unsaturated oils make excellent dips for bread, heat in microwave until warm - Hot artichoke dip: 1-14 oz can artichokes diced, 1 cup of low-fat or fat free mayo, 1 cup of low-fat cheese shredded, 2 cloves minced garlic. Mix all ingredients and bake at 350 in oven proof dish for 20 minutes. (I've tried this with low fat mozarella cheese and fat free mayo, it's pretty good if you like artichoke.)

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