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How to Burn Off Summer Indulgences

Many of your favorite boardwalk foods are loaded with fat and calories. Find out what it takes to undo the damage

By Emily G. W. Chau fitbie

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Unless you’re channeling the cast of Jersey Shore, summers at the beach usually involve a little less gym and a little more tan—which, while relaxing, can make it hard to maintain your beach body. Summer favorites don’t usually pack as many calories as cold-weather comfort foods, but boardwalk fare doesn’t exactly qualify as nutritious, either. In the spirit of fun, we’ve calculated what it takes to burn off extra calories from popular seaside staples. You might think twice before buying another boat of Boardwalk fries.

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How to Burn Off Summer Indulgences

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